The molecule that carries the genetic code from the nucleus to the cytoplasm is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The molecule that carries the genetic code from the nucleus to the cytoplasm is:
A. DNA
B. rRNA
C. tRNA
D. mRNA
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Messenger RNA (mRNA) is transcribed from DNA in the nucleus and carries the codon sequence to ribosomes in the cytoplasm for translation into protein. tRNA brings amino acids, rRNA forms ribosomes, DNA stays in the nucleus. mRNA is the template for protein synthesis.

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