Which of the following statements correctly describes a ribozyme?
A) It is a catalyst that uses RNA as a substrate.
B) It is an RNA with catalytic activity.
C) It is an enzyme that catalyzes the association between the large and small ribosomal subunits.
D) It is an enzyme that synthesizes RNA as part of the transcription process.

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Ribozymes are RNA molecules that have the ability to catalyze specific biochemical reactions, similar to protein enzymes. Unlike proteins, ribozymes are made of RNA and their catalytic activity is inherent to their RNA structure.

Which of the Following Statements Correctly Describes a Ribozyme