What is the function of the 7-methylguanosine cap found on eukaryotic mRNA?
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Correct answer: To assist in ribosome binding and protect from exonucleases
The 5' cap is added shortly after transcription begins. It is vital for the recognition of mRNA by the translation initiation factors and prevents the transcript from being degraded.
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