6.3 Transcription and RNA Processing - Review

This review will guide you through an adaptive, research-backed study session. As you answer questions, we will actively assess your current understanding of the material. Questions will continue to be drawn until you have demonstrated mastery of each learning objective.

Reviews are graded based on completion. You will receive full credit for achieving 100% mastery or answering all questions.

Learning objectives for this review:

  • Explain how RNA polymerase synthesizes RNA from a DNA template, including initiation, elongation, and termination.
  • Discuss the addition of the 5' cap, poly-A tail, and the removal of introns through splicing.
  • Explain how RNA processing affects mRNA stability and translation efficiency.