MicroRNAs bind to
A) the 3' ends of specific mRNAs.
B) the 5' ends of specific mRNAs.
C) the 3' ends of specific tRNAs.
D) the 3' ends of specific macroRNAs.
E) the 4' ends of specific mRNAs.

Question

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MicroRNAs bind to the 3' ends of specific mRNAs, leading to gene silencing or degradation. Binding to the 5' end, tRNA, or macroRNA is not a known function of microRNAs. The option of 4' end is incorrect, as there are no nucleic acids with a 4' end.

MicroRNAs Bind to