What is the RNA Sequence Transcribed from 3' TTGACGC 5'?

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The RNA sequence transcribed from the DNA sequence 3' TTGACGC 5' is definitively 5' AACUGCG 3'. This conclusion is based on the complementary base pairing rules where adenine pairs with uracil, and cytosine pairs with guanine. The correct answer was confirmed as option b during the discussion.

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Homework Statement


A portion of DNA has the sequence 3' TTGACGC 5'. The sequence of RNA that is transcribed from this sequence is
Choose one answer.
a. 3' UUCAGCG 5'
b. 5' AACUGCG 3'
c. 5' AACTGCG 3'
d. 5' GCGUCAA 3'



Homework Equations



3' TTGACGC 5'
5' AACUGCG 3'

The Attempt at a Solution


B 5' AACUGCG 3'
 
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