In molecular biology, ribosomal ribonucleic acid (rRNA) is the RNA component of the ribosome, and is essential for protein synthesis in all living organisms. It constitutes the predominant material within the ribosome, which is approximately 60% rRNA and 40% protein by weight. Ribosomes contain two major rRNAs and 50 or more proteins. The ribosoma... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ribosomal_RNA
Synonym for RNA ... <molecular biology> A nucleic acid found in all living cells. Plays a role in transferring information from DNA to the protein-forming system of the cell. ... (16 Dec 1997) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
(rRNA) the most abundant type of RNA, which together with proteins makes up the ribosomes. It is involved in the process of linking of amino acids to form protein molecules (translation). Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001