In what direction is mRNA produced?
A)3' to 5' direction
B)5' to 3' direction
C)N-terminal to C-terminal direction
D)C-terminal to N-terminal direction
E)N-terminal to 3' direction

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mRNA is synthesized in the 5' to 3' direction, with nucleotides added to the 3' end of the growing strand. This directionality is important for the correct reading of the genetic code during translation. Options A, C, D, and E are incorrect as they do not describe the direction of mRNA synthesis.

In What Direction Is MRNA Produced