Which site on the ribosome is where the incoming aminoacyl-tRNA first binds?
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Correct answer: A-site (Aminoacyl site)
The A-site is the point of entry for the aminoacyl-tRNA, except for the initiator tRNA which binds directly to the P-site. The A-site checks the codon-anticodon match before peptide bond formation.
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