Question

    The process by which a messenger RNA (mRNA) molecule is

    synthesized from a DNA template is known as:
    A Translation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Replication Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Transcription Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Translocation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Transcription is the process in which a complementary RNA strand is synthesized from a DNA template, creating messenger RNA (mRNA) which later guides protein synthesis during translation.

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