Which of the following reactions is catalyzed by a ribozyme?

A. Attachment of amino acid to transfer RNA
B. Last step in electron transport chain (reduction of O2 to form H2O)
C. Peptide bond formation during protein synthesis
D. First reaction in glycolysis (phosphorylation of glucose)


Answer: C

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