RNA Structure and Characteristics

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What is the structure that allows mRNA to bind to the ribosome?

  • rRNA (correct)
  • Poly-A tail
  • Initiation codon
  • tRNA

What section of RNA in mRNA is non-coding?

  • Poly-A tail
  • Initiation codon
  • Stop codon
  • Variably-lengthed section (correct)

Which type of RNA accounts for the largest part of the total cellular RNA?

  • Poly-A tail
  • rRNA (correct)
  • tRNA
  • mRNA

What is the 3′ end of mRNA called?

<p>Poly-A tail (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which RNA type is also known as soluble RNA?

<p>tRNA (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the poly-A tail in mRNA?

<p>It is involved in stabilizing the mRNA and enhancing its translation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of RNA accounts for the largest part of the total cellular RNA?

<p>Ribosomal RNA (rRNA) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of initiation codon in mRNA?

<p>Signals the beginning of the coding sequence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is ribosomal RNA (rRNA) primarily found?

<p>Ribosomes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of transfer RNA (tRNA) in protein synthesis?

<p>Carries amino acids to the ribosome for protein synthesis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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