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Which molecule acts as the adaptor between mRNA codons and amino acids during translation?

  • A rRNA
  • B tRNA
  • C hnRNA
  • D snRNA

Correct answer: B. tRNA

Explanation: Francis Crick proposed that tRNA acts as an adaptor molecule, reading the mRNA codon and carrying the corresponding amino acid.

Concept context

DNA structure, replication, transcription, translation, the genetic code, and gene regulation (lac operon). The single most important chapter for NEET molecular biology.

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