what-is-the-role-of-the-5-cap-in-eukaryotic-mrna-during-translation-initiation

Question

What is the role of the 5' cap in eukaryotic mRNA during translation initiation?

Accepted Answer

It facilitates the binding of the small ribosomal subunit to the mRNA.

Answer

It signals the end of translation.

Answer

It is recognized by release factors during termination.

Answer

It prevents the mRNA from being translated.