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Chapter 17: Q. 17.34 (page 596)

What are the functions of each type of RNA?

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(r RNA), (m RNA), and (t RNA) are the three kinds of RNA.

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01

Introduction

The major component of ribosomes, where protein synthesis occurs, is ribosomal RNA (r RNA).

02

Step 2:Explaination

From the DNA to the ribosomes, messenger RNA (m RNA) carries the instructions for protein synthesis.

03

Step 3:Conclusion

Amino acids are delivered to the ribosomes by transfer RNA (t RNA).

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