Based on the electron micrograph shown, which of the following statements is/are correct/true? Select all that apply. You may select mutiple options. DNA and mRNAs are marked by arrows. DNA mRNAs Left Right L 1 μm You cannot determine relative mRNA lengths from this image You cannot determine the direction of transcription from this image ✔ the longest mRNA is on the right side Direction of transcription is left to right Direction of transcription is right to left the 5' end of the mRNA marked #3 is at the bottom the longest mRNA is on the left side the 5' end of the mRNA marked #3 is at the top You cannot determine the 5' or 3' mRNA ends from this image

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### Understanding mRNA Transcription from Electron Micrographs

#### Electron Micrograph Analysis

Based on the electron micrograph shown, which of the following statements is/are correct/true? Select all that apply. You may select multiple options. DNA and mRNAs are marked by arrows.

![Electron Micrograph](image-url)
- **DNA** is marked by an arrow pointing to a single continuous filament.
- **mRNAs** are indicated by multiple arrows pointing to smaller structures adjacent to the DNA.
- The length scale is provided (1 μm).

#### Options
1. [ ] You cannot determine relative mRNA lengths from this image
2. [ ] You cannot determine the direction of transcription from this image
3. [x] The longest mRNA is on the right side
4. [x] The direction of transcription is left to right
5. [ ] The direction of transcription is right to left
6. [x] The 5′ end of the mRNA marked #3 is at the bottom
7. [ ] The longest mRNA is on the left side
8. [ ] The 5′ end of the mRNA marked #3 is at the top
9. [ ] You cannot determine the 5′ or 3′ mRNA ends from this image

#### Explanation of the Diagram
- The **DNA** is the central thread-like structure running horizontally across the image from left to right.
- **mRNAs** are synthesized from the DNA and appear as shorter chains radiating outward from the DNA.
- The transcription process direction can be inferred based on the lengths of the mRNAs, with longer mRNAs typically found on the side where transcription is further along. Hence, the longest mRNA being on the right side implies transcription occurs from left to right.
- The 5′ and 3′ ends of the mRNAs are usually depicted with specific markers, suggesting directionality in their identification process. Here, it is indicated that the 5′ end of mRNA marked #3 is at the bottom.

This image provides vital insight into the transcription mechanism, helping researchers understand mRNA synthesis from DNA templates through electron micrography.
Transcribed Image Text:### Understanding mRNA Transcription from Electron Micrographs #### Electron Micrograph Analysis Based on the electron micrograph shown, which of the following statements is/are correct/true? Select all that apply. You may select multiple options. DNA and mRNAs are marked by arrows. ![Electron Micrograph](image-url) - **DNA** is marked by an arrow pointing to a single continuous filament. - **mRNAs** are indicated by multiple arrows pointing to smaller structures adjacent to the DNA. - The length scale is provided (1 μm). #### Options 1. [ ] You cannot determine relative mRNA lengths from this image 2. [ ] You cannot determine the direction of transcription from this image 3. [x] The longest mRNA is on the right side 4. [x] The direction of transcription is left to right 5. [ ] The direction of transcription is right to left 6. [x] The 5′ end of the mRNA marked #3 is at the bottom 7. [ ] The longest mRNA is on the left side 8. [ ] The 5′ end of the mRNA marked #3 is at the top 9. [ ] You cannot determine the 5′ or 3′ mRNA ends from this image #### Explanation of the Diagram - The **DNA** is the central thread-like structure running horizontally across the image from left to right. - **mRNAs** are synthesized from the DNA and appear as shorter chains radiating outward from the DNA. - The transcription process direction can be inferred based on the lengths of the mRNAs, with longer mRNAs typically found on the side where transcription is further along. Hence, the longest mRNA being on the right side implies transcription occurs from left to right. - The 5′ and 3′ ends of the mRNAs are usually depicted with specific markers, suggesting directionality in their identification process. Here, it is indicated that the 5′ end of mRNA marked #3 is at the bottom. This image provides vital insight into the transcription mechanism, helping researchers understand mRNA synthesis from DNA templates through electron micrography.
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