Transcription and RNA Processing

Chloe Sanchez
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Study Guide Overview
This study guide covers RNA structure and function, focusing on mRNA, tRNA, and rRNA. It explains the central dogma (DNA โ RNA โ Protein), including transcription, translation, and the role of RNA polymerase. The guide also details mRNA processing (poly-A tail, GTP cap, splicing, and alternative splicing). Finally, it provides practice questions and exam tips.

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Question 1 of 10
Which type of RNA acts like a recipe card, carrying genetic instructions from the nucleus to the ribosome? ๐
tRNA
rRNA
mRNA
snRNA