RNA Basics

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What does RNA stand for?
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RNA stands for Ribonucleic Acid.
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What is the primary function of mRNA?
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mRNA carries genetic information from DNA to the ribosome for protein synthesis.
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How is RNA different from DNA?
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RNA is single-stranded, contains ribose sugar, and uses uracil instead of thymine.
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What role does transfer RNA (tRNA) play in protein synthesis?
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tRNA transports amino acids to the ribosome for protein assembly.
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What enzyme is responsible for synthesizing RNA during transcription?
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RNA polymerase is responsible for RNA synthesis.
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