What is the function of ribosomal RNA?

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Ribosomal RNA (rRNA): 

a. rRNA was discovered by Kurland in 1960. 

b. It forms 50-60% part of ribosomes. 

c. It accounts 80-90% of the cellular RNA. 

d. It is synthesized in nucleus. 

e. It gets coiled at various places due to intrachain complementary base pairing. 

Role of ribosomal RNA: It provides proper binding site for m-RNA during protein synthesis.

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