Introns in Pre-MRNA Are Known To

question 23

Multiple Choice

Introns in pre-mRNA are known to:

• A) code for specific protein domains.
• B) undergo excision, whereby they are spliced out of the message.
• C) be able to move within the mRNA, thereby giving rise to new exon combinations.
• D) protect pre mRNA from enzyme degradation.
• E) code for important amino acid sequences.

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