rna (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌɑːr en ˈeɪ/
Definition
A nucleic acid present in all living cells, whose molecules carry genetic information from DNA to ribosomes, where they direct protein synthesis.
Examples
The scientist studied the role of mRNA in gene expression.
Viruses can have either DNA or RNA as their genetic material.
Researchers are developing new therapies based on RNA interference.
How to Use rna
- rna interference (collocation)
- A biological process where RNA molecules inhibit gene expression or translation. — "RNA interference is a powerful tool for studying gene function."
- mrna vaccine (collocation)
- A vaccine that uses messenger RNA to instruct cells to produce a specific protein, triggering an immune response. — "The development of mRNA vaccines marked a significant breakthrough in vaccinology."
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