Question

question: the purpose of messenger rna, or mrna, is to ______. answer options: select one of four make the cell function less efficiently dissolve the mitochondria form the ribosome carry genetic code to the ribosome

Explanation:

To determine the purpose of mRNA, we analyze each option:

• "make the cell function less efficiently" is incorrect as mRNA is essential for normal cell function (protein synthesis), not reducing efficiency.
• "dissolve the mitochondria" is incorrect; mRNA has no role in dissolving mitochondria.
• "form the ribosome" is incorrect; ribosomes are formed from ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and proteins, not mRNA.
• "carry genetic code to the ribosome" is correct. mRNA is transcribed from DNA and carries the genetic information (code) from the nucleus to the ribosome, where protein synthesis occurs.

Answer:

D. carry genetic code to the ribosome (assuming the options are labeled A - D as: A. make the cell function less efficiently, B. dissolve the mitochondria, C. form the ribosome, D. carry genetic code to the ribosome)