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An RNA that functions as an enzyme is a _______. a. protein b. protocell c. ribosome d. ribozyme
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An RNA that functions as an enzyme is a _______.
- a. protein
- b. protocell
- c. ribosome
- d. ribozyme
Concept introduction: The protein synthesis takes place in the ribosome. Ribozymes are present inside the ribosome that functions as a component of the large subunit ribosomal RNA to link the amino acids during the protein synthesis. Ribozymes has the ability to catalyze the chemical reactions similar to protein enzymes.
Explanation of Solution
Reasons for correct statement:
Ribozymes, also known as ribonucleic acid enzymes, are the RNA molecules that have the ability to catalyze particular biochemical reactions that are similar to the action of protein synthesis.
Option d. is given as “ribozyme”.
As ribozyme is an RNA that functions as enzyme, option d. is correct.
Reasons for the incorrect statements:
Option a. is given as “protein”.
All enzymes are made up of proteins but not all proteins are enzymes. RNA helps in the protein synthesis of the cell. The synthesis of proteins for the proper functioning of cells and organisms is mediated by the RNA. Therefore, option a...
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