The poly-A tail of a mature eukaryotic mRNA is added to which end?
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Correct answer: 3' end
A string of adenine nucleotides is added to the 3' end of mRNA after transcription. This tail enhances the stability of the mRNA and aids in its export from the nucleus.
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