RNA Molecules That Function as Enzymes

question 58

Multiple Choice

RNA molecules that function as enzymes

• A) developed from protein-based enzymes.
• B) form primitive cells.
• C) duplicate lipid molecules.
• D) degrade proteins.
• E) are called ribozymes.

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