The following are the general features of mRNA

The following are the general features of mRNA

1. Cap:

This is a blocked methylated structure found at the 5′ end of RNA.

2. Non coding region:

This following the cap and consists of 10-100 nucleotides. There are no codes for proteins in this region

3. Initiating codon:

This region begins the coding.

4. Coding region:

Codes for proteins and has about 1500 nucleotides.

5. Termination codon:

The coding region is followed by a terminating codon, which stops translation.