Which of the Following Is the First Event to Take

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the first event to take place in translation in eukaryotes?

• A) elongation of the polypeptide
• B) base pairing of activated methionine-tRNA to AUG of the messenger RNA
• C) binding of the larger ribosomal subunit to smaller ribosomal subunits
• D) covalent bonding between the first two amino acids
• E) the small subunit of the ribosome recognizes and attaches to the 5' cap of mRNA

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Definitions:

Autonomic

Pertaining to the autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary bodily functions such as heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.

Sensory Neuron

A type of neuron that responds to inputs from the sensory organs (e.g., skin, eyes, ears) and transmits sensory information to the brain and spinal cord.

Motor Neuron

A type of neuron connected to muscles, capable of inducing muscle contraction upon activation.

Spinal Column

The series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the small of the back, enclosing the spinal cord and providing support for the thorax and abdomen.