Which of the following rRNAs acts as structural RNA as well as ribozyme in bacteria?
Correct answer: C. 23S rRNA
- A. 5S rRNA
- B. 18S rRNA
- C. 23S rRNA
- D. 5.8S rRNA
Explanation
The 23s rRNA is a structural RNA present in the ribosomes and a ribozyme that catalyses the formation of peptide bonds during translation in bacteria (prokaryotes).
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