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Choose the correct answers from the alternatives given :
Transcription is the transfer of genetic code from a DNA molecule to a

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RNA molecule
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Second DNA molecule
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Ribosomal subunit
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Sequence of amino acids in a protein molecule
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Solution

The correct option is A RNA molecule
Transcription is the process of transfer of genetic information from DNA to RNA. It is the first step of gene expression where the genetic code is copied into the RNA (specifically mRNA). RNA sequences are complementary to the strand which is which is coded by RNA polymerase enzymes.
So, the correct option is 'RNA molecule'.

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