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ψ
RNA, Ribosomal, 5S
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Definition
: Constituent of the 50S subunit of prokaryotic ribosomes containing about 120 nucleotides and 34 proteins. It is also a constituent of the 60S subunit of eukaryotic ribosomes. 5S rRNA is involved in initiation of polypeptide synthesis.
IM; /drug eff /ultrastruct permitted; DF: 5S RRNA
Other names
5S Ribosomal RNA; Ribosomal RNA, 5S; RNA, 5S Ribosomal