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The accuracy of RNA synthesis

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For the normal metabolism of cells it is essential to transfer the genetic information contained in a DNA sequence into an RNA molecule. In order for the information to be faithfully expressed, the DNA sequence must be accurately transcribed and the primary RNA product molecule must be correctly processed and modified in order to produce a tRNA, mRNA, rRNA or other mature RNA.

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Anderson, R.P., Menninger, J.R. (1986). The accuracy of RNA synthesis. In: Kirkwood, T.B.L., Rosenberger, R.F., Galas, D.J. (eds) Accuracy in Molecular Processes. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-4097-0_7

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