The signal sequence is
A) a region on 18S rRNA which base pairs with mRNA.
B) the anti-codon sequence involved in wobble.
C) a hydrophobic amino acid-rich sequence at the amino terminal end of some proteins.
D) the sequence of mRNA for termination of translation.
E) None of the other answers is correct.

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The signal sequence refers to a hydrophobic amino acid-rich sequence at the amino terminal end of some proteins. This sequence functions to target the protein to the correct cellular compartment or membrane. Options A, B, and D are incorrect because they do not describe the signal sequence. Option E is incorrect because there is a correct answer.

The Signal Sequence Is