During the Elongation Cycle of Translation, the a Site on a Ribosome

question 41

Multiple Choice

During the elongation cycle of translation, the A site on a ribosome functions in

• A) receiving a new tRNA with the correct amino acid.
• B) holding a polypeptide as amino acids are added.
• C) attaching the small subunits of rRNA to the large subunit.
• D) releasing the completed polypeptide.
• E) processing the rRNA. During the elongation cycle, an incoming tRNA carrying the specified amino acid binds to the anticodon of the mRNA at the A site of the ribosome.

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Definitions:

General Partner

A partner in a partnership responsible for management decisions, who has unlimited liability for the debts and obligations.

Limited Partnership

A business structure where one or more general partners manage the business and are personally liable, while limited partners invest but do not partake in management or bear as much liability.

Creditor Claims

Rights or legal entitlements of creditors to receive payment or restitution from a debtor.

Partnership Interest

The ownership share or stake a particular partner has in a partnership, which determines their portion of the profits or losses.