What are functions of the M7G cap? Select all the apply. Slows degradation from the 5' end of the mRNA Slows degradation from the 3' end of the mRNA O helps start translation by recruiting the mRNA to the small ribosomal subunit O is the first nucleotide to be transcribed

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What are functions of the M7G cap? Select all the apply.
O Slows degradation from the 5' end of the mRNA
O Slows degradation from the 3' end of the mRNA
O helps start translation by recruiting the mRNA to the small ribosomal subunit
O is the first nucleotide to be transcribed
Transcribed Image Text:What are functions of the M7G cap? Select all the apply. O Slows degradation from the 5' end of the mRNA O Slows degradation from the 3' end of the mRNA O helps start translation by recruiting the mRNA to the small ribosomal subunit O is the first nucleotide to be transcribed
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