On the ribosome, mRNA binds
Correct Answer: to the small subunit
Description: During initiation, the small ribosomal subunit binds to the start of the mRNA sequence.
Then a transfer RNA (tRNA) molecule carrying the amino acid methionine binds to what is called the start codon of the mRNA sequence.
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