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mRNA molecules carry _______ from the nucleus to the cytoplasm.
a. ribosomal subunits b. amino acids c. protein assembly instructions d. introns e. all of the above
Answer: Option C is correct
Explanation:
mRNA = Messenger RNA
mRNA contains codon sequences that specify the amino acid sequence in the polypeptide.
Each codon in the mRNA is a triplet and specifies a single amino acid.
Ex: GGG codes for glycine.
In eukaryotes, mRNA is synthesized in the nucleus (transcription). It is exported out of the nucleus into the cytosol for protein synthesis (Translation).
In prokaryotes, there is no nuclear membrane. SO, cotranscriptional-translation can be observed.