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What are 3 unique characteristics about RNA?
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It is single stranded, it has ribose, and has uracil instead of thymine.
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What are the three structures of RNA?
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mRNA, tRNA, and rRNA.
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What is mRNA?
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_RNA is a single, uncoiled strand and serves as a template for the gene sequence that codes for a protein. It provides a pattern for the assembly of amino acids.
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What is tRNA?
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_RNA is a single "hairpin strand" that is each attached to a specific amino acid.
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What is rRNA?
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_RNA is in globular form and is a major component of ribosomes. (RNA and proteins)
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