Question

which statement best describes how the structure of trna relates to its function?
○ one end binds to a codon, while the other end carries an amino acid.
○ the t shape helps lock it into place on the mrna strand.
○ its t shape allows it to wrap around amino acids to bring them to mrna.
○ it has a negative charge to help it attract other nucleotides.

Explanation:

tRNA's core function is to match mRNA codons to specific amino acids during translation. Its structure has an anticodon region that binds to the complementary mRNA codon, and a 3' end that covalently attaches to the corresponding amino acid. The other options are incorrect: tRNA has a cloverleaf (not T) secondary structure, its shape does not wrap around amino acids, and its negative charge (from phosphate groups) does not drive its core functional interaction with codons/amino acids.

Answer:

One end binds to a codon, while the other end carries an amino acid.