Shortcut Methods

Types of RNA

mRNA: Messenger RNA, carries genetic info from DNA to ribosomes.

tRNA: Transfer RNA, brings specific amino acids to ribosomes for protein synthesis.

rRNA: Ribosomal RNA, structural and enzymatic component of ribosomes.

snRNAs: Small Nuclear RNAs, involved in pre-mRNA splicing.

miRNAs: microRNAs, regulate gene expression post-transcriptionally.

Catalytic RNA: Ribozymes capable of catalyzing chemical reactions.



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