NEET Previous Year Question

Which of the following rRNAs acts a structural RNA as well as ribozyme in bacteria?

Topic: NEET PYQ

Answer: B. Full step-by-step solution below.

  1. A18 S rRNA
  2. B23 S rRNA
  3. C5.8 S rRNA
  4. D5 S rRNA

Correct answer: B

Solution

(b) In bacteria, 23S rRNA is a component of the 50S ribosomal subunit. It acts as both a structural RNA and a ribozyme, catalyzing peptide bond formation during protein synthesis.

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