what-is-a-key-difference-between-sirnas-and-micrornas

Question

What is a key difference between siRNAs and microRNAs?

Accepted Answer

siRNAs are double-stranded, while microRNAs are single-stranded.

Answer

siRNAs bind to ribosomes, while microRNAs bind to DNA.

Answer

siRNAs enhance translation, while microRNAs inhibit it.

Answer

siRNAs are encoded in the genome, while microRNAs are not.