Which of the following statements is true for miRNA but not siRNA? Formed from an RNA transcript that folds into a hairpin. Single stranded RNA about 21 nucleotides. Processed from longer piece of RNA. Can be used to inhibit translation of mRNA.

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Which of the following statements is true for miRNA but not siRNA?
Formed from an RNA transcript that folds into a hairpin.
Single stranded RNA about 21 nucleotides.
Processed from longer piece of RNA.
Can used to inhibit translation of mRNA.
Transcribed Image Text:Question 1 Which of the following statements is true for miRNA but not siRNA? Formed from an RNA transcript that folds into a hairpin. Single stranded RNA about 21 nucleotides. Processed from longer piece of RNA. Can used to inhibit translation of mRNA.
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