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Ribozymes are _____________(a) cell organelle(b) enzymes(c) nucleotide(d) nucleosideI had been asked this question in an interview for internship.The doubt is from Chemical Basis of Life in division Chemical Basis of Life of Cell Biology

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Correct option is (b) enzymes

For explanation: Ribozymes are RNA enzymes that perform a CATALYTIC activity. Ribosomal RNAs don’t function as genetic carriers but SERVE a structural function. ONE subunit of ribosomal RNA acts as a catalyst in addition reaction of amino ACIDS in the PROTEIN synthesis; these are called ribozymes.



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