The RNAs Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of mRNA?
A
To carry a complementary copy of the genetic code from the DNA in the nucleus to the ribosome
2
Q
What is the function of tRNA?
A
To carry amino acids from the Cytoplasm to the ribosome
3
Q
What is the function of rRNA?
A
To take part in translation of mRNA to amino acid code
4
Q
A) What does tRNA stand for?
B) Where is it found?
A
A) Transfer RNA
B) The Cytoplasm and ribosome
5
Q
A) What does rRNA stand for?
B) Where is it found?
A
A) Ribosomal RNA
B) The ribosome
6
Q
What is a codon?
A
Each group of three bases (a triplet) on the length of an mRNA molecule
7
Q
What is an anti-codon?
A
Consists of three bases exposed at the bottom of a tRNA molecule, which joins to a specific mRNA codon
