Which Molecule Catalyzes the Synthesis of a New MRNA Molecule

question 101

Multiple Choice

Which molecule catalyzes the synthesis of a new mRNA molecule from the DNA template strand?

• A) ribosomal RNA (rRNA)
• B) RNA polymerase
• C) messenger RNA (mRNA)
• D) transfer RNA (tRNA)
• E) All of these catalyze the synthesis of a new mRNA.

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Definitions:

Knee

A complex hinge joint that connects the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia), allowing for flexion, extension, and limited rotation of the leg.

Serous Membrane

A thin, double-layered membrane that covers internal organs and body cavities, producing a lubricating serous fluid to reduce friction.

Visceral Pleura

The inner layer of the pleura that closely covers the lungs and enters into the formation of the interlobar fissures.

Parietal Pleura

The outer membrane that lines the inner wall of the thoracic cavity and covers the upper surface of the diaphragm.