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What is the primary role of tRNA during protein synthesis in a eukaryotic cell?

A Catalyzing peptide bond formation.
B Carrying genetic information from DNA to ribosomes.
C Transporting specific amino acids to the ribosome.
D Forming the structural framework of the ribosome.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

tRNA (transfer RNA) molecules are responsible for bringing the correct amino acids to the ribosome during translation, matching them to the codons on the mRNA.

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