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Which nitrogenous base is found only in RNA?
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15. Gene Expression
Introduction to Types of RNA
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What is the main function of RNA in a cell?
A
To catalyze the breakdown of glucose during glycolysis
B
To provide structural support to the cell membrane
C
To store genetic information long-term
D
To serve as a template for protein synthesis
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Understand the role of RNA in the central dogma of molecular biology, which describes the flow of genetic information from DNA to RNA to protein.
Recognize that RNA does not store genetic information long-term; this is the role of DNA. RNA is typically involved in short-term processes related to gene expression.
Eliminate the option stating RNA provides structural support to the cell membrane, as this is not a function of RNA. Structural support is typically provided by proteins and lipids.
Eliminate the option stating RNA catalyzes the breakdown of glucose during glycolysis. Glycolysis is facilitated by enzymes, which are proteins, not RNA.
Identify the correct function of RNA: RNA serves as a template for protein synthesis during translation. Specifically, messenger RNA (mRNA) carries the genetic code from DNA to ribosomes, where proteins are assembled.
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