An Experimenter Has Altered the 3' End of the TRNA

question 38

Multiple Choice

An experimenter has altered the 3' end of the tRNA corresponding to the amino acid methionine in such a way as to remove the 3' AC. Which of the following statements correctly describes the most likely result of this change?

• A) tRNA will not form a cloverleaf.
• B) The nearby stem end will pair improperly.
• C) The amino acid methionine will not be covalently bound to the altered tRNA.
• D) The anticodon will not bind with the mRNA codon.
• E) The aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase will not be formed.

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