Solved

What Is the Purpose of Adding the Cap and Tail

Question 30

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of adding the cap and tail to the mRNA prior to leaving the nucleus?


A) To prevent and/or delay the degradation of the mRNA by enzymes in the cytoplasm
B) To attract and attach the translation machinery to the mRNA
C) To prevent the ends from attaching to other mRNA and extending the transcript
D) To prevent complementary RNA from binding to the mRNA and forming double stranded RNA

Correct Answer:

verifed

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Related Questions

Unlock this Answer For Free Now!

View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions

qr-code

Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks

upload documents

Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents