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What are the small bumps located on the portions of the endoplasmic reticulum?

They are ribosomes which translates messenger RNA into proteins


Does RNA look like ladder cut in half?

Yes, RNA can adopt a secondary structure known as a "hairpin loop" in which it can appear similar to a ladder cut in half. This structure forms when regions within the RNA strand pair up with complementary bases, leading to a distinctive double-helix shape with a loop at the end.


What is cut out of RNA molecules?

Introns are cut out of RNA molecules. Extrons are "spliced" together afterwards. Think of a long strand that is white with blue on the ends. The white of the strand is the intron, while the blue color are the extrons. The white color or the "intron" is cut out, and then the two blue strands merge together known as the extrons splicing together.


Which gets cut out in RNA Splicing extrons or introns?

In RNA splicing, introns are the non-coding sequences that get cut out from the pre-mRNA transcript. The exons, which are the coding sequences, are retained and joined together to form the mature mRNA. This process is essential for generating a functional mRNA that can be translated into a protein.


Enzyme which is not a protein?

Until the 1980s, researchers believed all enzymes consisted of protein. However, a molecule known as ribonucleic acid, or RNA, can also function as an enzyme. RNA is involved in protein synthesis within your cells, and, during the process, it can catalyze a reaction on itself or on another RNA molecule to splice unneeded material from the molecule and rejoin the cut ends. When RNA functions in this capacity, it is known as a ribozyme. Since the discovery of the first ribozyme, biochemists have found many more of these cut-and-paste enzymes within cells.

Related Questions

What are portions of rna that are cut out and discarded?

introns


What are the small bumps located on the portions of the endoplasmic reticulum?

They are ribosomes which translates messenger RNA into proteins


If the heart is cut so that superior and inferior portions result?

This would involve a transverse cut.


What are the intervening sequence of RNA molecules that are cut out before the messenger RNA leaves the nucleus?

The intervening sequences of RNA molecules that are cut out before the messenger RNA leaves the nucleus are called introns. These introns are non-coding sequences that are spliced out of the pre-mRNA during the process of RNA splicing, leaving only the exons to form the mature mRNA that is then transported to the cytoplasm for translation.


What function do carbohydrate portions of molecules perform?

The functions of carbohydrate portions of molecules include energy storage. It also functions as the backbone of RNA and DNA molecules. Carbohydrates also contribute to the structure of cell walls.


How to cut a cake to ensure equal portions for all guests?

To ensure equal portions for all guests when cutting a cake, start by cutting the cake in half. Then, cut each half into equal portions based on the number of guests. This method helps distribute the cake evenly among everyone.


Does RNA look like ladder cut in half?

Yes, RNA can adopt a secondary structure known as a "hairpin loop" in which it can appear similar to a ladder cut in half. This structure forms when regions within the RNA strand pair up with complementary bases, leading to a distinctive double-helix shape with a loop at the end.


How to cut brownies in a 9x13 pan to ensure even slices and perfect portions?

To cut brownies in a 9x13 pan evenly, first let them cool completely. Use a sharp knife and cut straight down, wiping the knife clean between each cut. Aim for equal-sized portions by cutting the brownies into rows and then into squares.


What is the name of the remaining pieces after introns have been cut out of RNA molecules that are spliced together?

The introns are cut out in the spliceisome and the exon portions are spliced together. A poly adenine tail is added to one end and a modified guanine cap added to the other end. Then the mRNA leaves the cell nucleus and heads for the cytoplasm and a ribosome.


What are the remaining pieces after intones have been cut out of RNA molecules that are spliced together?

Exons


What is the best thing to do with any fat and skin on meat or chicken portions?

Cut it off and don't eat it.


How do you carve a Mizzou tiger into a pumpkin?

I enlarged the Mizzou logo, traced onto the pumpkin. I "half way" cut the M and black parts of tiger. I cut the gold portions all the way through. and the white portions were the pumpkin rind. :) Hope that helps. It was definitely a tricky one.