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    Glossary Messenger RNA

    carries genetic instructions from DNA to ribosomes for protein synthesis

    Messenger RNA (mRNA) is a type of RNA that carries genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where proteins are synthesized. It acts as a template for protein production, ensuring that the correct amino acids are assembled in the right order to form a specific protein.

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