In eukaryotes, where does the majority of translation occur?
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Correct answer: In the cytoplasm
After transcription and processing in the nucleus, mRNA is exported to the cytoplasm. Translation then occurs on free ribosomes or ribosomes attached to the Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum.
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