Explain the processing the hnRNA needs to undergo before becoming functional mRNA eukaryotes.
The precursor of mRNA, i.e., hnRNA, contains both introns and exons. Introns are removed and exons are joined by a process called splicing. The remaining mRNA is processed in two ways :
Capping : An unusual nucleotide (methyl gunosine triphosphate) is added to the 5′-end of hnRNA.
Tailing : Adenylate residues (200-300) are added at 3′-end in a template independent manner. When hnRNA is full processed, it is known as mRNA, which is transported out of the nucleous.
Fill in the blanks:
(a) Humans reproduce __________. (asexually/sexually)
(b) Humans are__________. (oviparous/viviparous/ovoviviparous)
(c) Fertilization is __________ in humans. (external/internal)
(d) Male and female gametes are __________. (diploid/haploid)
(e) Zygote is __________. (diploid/haploid)
(f) The process of release of the ovum from a mature follicle is called__________.
(g) Ovulation is induced by a hormone called the __________.
(h) The fusion of male and female gametes is called _____________.
(i) Fertilisation takes place in _____________.
(j) Zygote divides to form _____________which is implanted in uterus.
(k) The structure which provides vascular connection between fetus and uterus is called ____________.