Multiple Choice
What is the primary role of ribosomes in the process of translation?
15. Gene Expression
Introduction to Translation
Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a stop codon that signals the end of translation in mRNA?
A
UAC
B
GCU
C
UAA
D
AUG
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand that translation is the process by which ribosomes synthesize proteins using mRNA as a template.
Recognize that a stop codon is a nucleotide triplet within mRNA that signals the termination of protein synthesis.
Recall that there are three stop codons in the genetic code: UAA, UAG, and UGA.
Identify the options given in the problem: UAC, GCU, UAA, and AUG.
Determine that UAA is one of the three stop codons, thus signaling the end of translation in mRNA.
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