The 3' end of most eukaryotic mRNAs contains a _________, while the 5' end has a _________.
A)poly(A)tail, methylated guanosine cap
B)poly(U)tail, methylated guanosine cap
C)methylated guanosine cap, poly(A)tail
D)poly(A)tail, sulfonated guanosine cap
E)methylated guanosine cap, poly(U)tail

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The 3' end of most eukaryotic mRNAs contains a poly(A) tail, which aids in stability and export from the nucleus, while the 5' end has a methylated guanosine cap, which is important for ribosome binding and protection from degradation.

The 3' End of Most Eukaryotic MRNAs Contains a _________