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BIO 201 Genetics 1 Objective Question
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What defines a non-coding RNA (ncRNA) in gene expression?
Options
A An RNA transcript that is translated directly into structural enzymes
B An RNA molecule that is transcribed from DNA but does not code for a protein
Correct Answer
C An unexpressed segment of genomic DNA
D A mutated mRNA transcript lacking a start codon
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) are functional RNA transcripts produced by transcription that do not undergo translation into proteins.

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Course: BIO 201
Topic: Genetics 1
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 207 of 285
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