Which Enzyme Is Required to Initiate 5′ Capping of Eukaryotic

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which enzyme is required to initiate 5′ capping of eukaryotic mRNA transcripts by removing the terminal phosphate group?

• A)ribozyme
• B)guanylyl transferase
• C)methyl transferase
• D)adenylyl cyclase
• E)phosphodiesterase

---

Definitions:

Oceanic Plateau

Large submarine elevations lying above the abyssal plains of the ocean, created by volcanic activity or large-scale uplift.

Basalt

A dark, fine-grained volcanic rock that forms from the rapid cooling of basaltic lava, composing much of the ocean floor and volcanic islands.

Problem Solving

The process of identifying a problem, developing potential solutions, and implementing a course of action to resolve the problem.

Superordinate Goals

Goals that are important enough to require the cooperation of two or more individuals or groups to achieve.