AP Biologymediummcq1 pt
A polyribosome (polysome) is
A.several ribosomes translating one mRNA simultaneously
B.one ribosome translating many mRNAs
C.a cluster of nuclei
D.a spliced intron complex
Explanation
Core Concept
Multiple ribosomes queue along a single transcript, each making a polypeptide — efficient use of one mRNA molecule.
Correct Answer
Aseveral ribosomes translating one mRNA simultaneously
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