The approximate life span of mRNA in eukaryotic cell is

2 days

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2 hours

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The correct option is C 2 minutes
The messenger RNA is a transient molecule in eukaryotes. It serves to carry genetic information from nucleus where transcription occurs to cytoplasm.where translation occurs. After translation the mRNA is rapidly degraded. Hence, its life span is short (2 mins).

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