Question

Ribozyme was discovered by

• A. Kuhne
• B. Duclaux
• C. Cech et al
• D. Altman et al

Answer 1

The correct option is A Kuhne

Ribozymes are also known as ribonucleic acid enzymes. These are RNA molecules which helps in the catalysis of a particular reaction. It was discovered in the year 1982. The RNA can act as both genetic material and can act as a biocatalyst. It acts as a part of ribosome which attaches to the amino acid during protein synthesis. Thomas R. Cech and Sidney Altman discovered catalytic properties of RNA. So, the correct answer is option D.