Translation Regulation Flashcards
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What is the role of (mi)RNAs?
A
repression of translation and activation of mRNA decay.
base pairs imperfectly with mRNA 3’ UTR
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Q
How can global repression of translation occur?
A
Inactivation of initiation factors(IFs)
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Q
What is the role of RNA interference(RNAi)?
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protection against dsRNA viruses, transposon silencing, and gene regulation