Transcription: Building RNA in the 5' to 3' Direction

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In summary, ribosomes are small structures found in all living cells that are responsible for protein synthesis. They do not directly help with homework but understanding their function can aid in understanding biology and biochemistry concepts. Ribosomes are made up of two subunits and composed of proteins and ribosomal RNA. They are important for synthesizing proteins, which are necessary for various cellular processes. Ribosomes interact with other cellular components during protein synthesis and also for protein transport and modification.
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The process of transcription
Choose one answer.
a. takes place on ribosomes.
b. occurs only in eukaryotic cells.
c. can only produce messenger RNA molecules.
d. builds an RNA strand in the 5' to 3' direction.


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Transcription occurs in nucleus in eukaryotes and cytoplasm in bacteria.
Transcription occurs in prok. and euk.
Transcription can produce mRNA, tRNA, rRNA, and hnRNA

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D: builds an RNA strand in the 5' to 3' direction
 
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1. What are ribosomes?

Ribosomes are small, complex structures found in all living cells. They are responsible for protein synthesis, which is the process of building proteins from amino acids.

2. How do ribosomes help with homework?

Ribosomes do not directly help with homework. However, understanding their function and role in protein synthesis can aid in understanding biology and biochemistry concepts that may be covered in homework assignments.

3. What is the structure of ribosomes?

Ribosomes are made up of two subunits, a small subunit and a large subunit, which come together during protein synthesis. They are composed of proteins and ribosomal RNA (rRNA) molecules.

4. Why are ribosomes important?

Ribosomes are essential for all living organisms because they are responsible for synthesizing proteins, which are necessary for various cellular processes and functions such as growth, repair, and metabolism.

5. How do ribosomes interact with other cellular components?

Ribosomes interact with other cellular components, such as mRNA and tRNA, during protein synthesis. They also interact with the endoplasmic reticulum and other organelles for protein transport and modification.

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