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In eukaryotic cells, the synthesis of RNA takes place in which of the following organelles?

  1. A
    mitochondria
  2. B
    centrioles
  3. C
    ribosomes
  4. D
    nucleus

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In eukaryotic cells, the transcription process (the synthesis of RNA from a DNA template) takes place inside the nucleus. After synthesis, the RNA molecules (mRNA, tRNA, rRNA) are transported to the cytoplasm for protein translation, which occurs on the ribosomes.

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In eukaryotic cells, the synthesis of RNA takes place in which of the following organelles?
A
mitochondria
B
centrioles
C
ribosomes
D
nucleus

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