A bacterial ncRNA called OxyS regulates translation by binding to the Shine-Dalgarno sequence, which prevents ribosome binding. What is the function of this ncRNA?
A) Blocker
B) Decoy
C) Ribozyme
D) Scaffold

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The function of OxyS is to act as a blocker by binding to the Shine-Dalgarno sequence and preventing ribosome binding.

A Bacterial NcRNA Called OxyS Regulates Translation by Binding to the Shine-Dalgarno