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RNA-polymerase III

RNA polymerase III is an essential enzyme found in cells that plays a crucial role in the process of making RNA. Specifically, it synthesizes small RNA molecules, including transfer RNA (tRNA) and ribosomal RNA (rRNA), which are vital for protein production. By reading the DNA sequence, RNA polymerase III helps convert genetic information into these types of RNA, enabling the cell to build proteins according to the instructions encoded in its DNA. This process is fundamental to cell function and life.