Question

Classify the following ncRNA molecules according to the process in which they are involved: Chromatin structure, transcription?

Answer 1

The noncoding RNA molecules involved in chromatin structure include heterochromatin and euchromatin. The noncoding RNA molecules involved in transcription include mRNA, tRNA, and rRNA.

Step-by-step explanation:

Chromatin Structure:

1. Heterochromatin: These ncRNA molecules are involved in condensing and silencing genes that are inactive in transcription.
2. Euchromatin: These ncRNA molecules are involved in maintaining a more dispersed and accessible chromatin structure for active genes.

Transcription:

1. mRNA (messenger RNA): This ncRNA molecule is transcribed from DNA and serves as the template for protein synthesis.
2. tRNA (transfer RNA): This ncRNA molecule carries amino acids to the ribosomes during protein synthesis.
3. rRNA (ribosomal RNA): This ncRNA molecule is a major component of ribosomes, which are responsible for protein synthesis.