RNA – Ribonucleic Acid (Grade 12 NSC Matric Life Sciences): Quizzes
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Which nitrogenous base is found in RNA but NOT in DNA?
Which nitrogenous base is found in RNA but NOT in DNA?
Uracil
How many main parts does each RNA nucleotide contain?
How many main parts does each RNA nucleotide contain?
Three
What is the strand structure of RNA?
What is the strand structure of RNA?
Single-stranded
What is the main function of mRNA?
What is the main function of mRNA?
Carries genetic code from DNA to ribosomes
What role does rRNA play in the cell?
What role does rRNA play in the cell?
Forms structural framework of ribosomes
What does tRNA transport during protein synthesis?
What does tRNA transport during protein synthesis?
Amino acids to ribosomes
Which type of sugar molecule is found in RNA?
Which type of sugar molecule is found in RNA?
Ribose
In RNA, which base does adenine pair with?
In RNA, which base does adenine pair with?
Uracil
Where can RNA be found in the cell?
Where can RNA be found in the cell?
Nucleus, cytoplasm & ribosomes
What would happen without RNA in cells?
What would happen without RNA in cells?
Genetic code would stay locked in nucleus