What is the unique feature of mRNA vaccines like those developed by Moderna?
They use live viruses
They use a copy of a molecule called mRNA
They use DNA
They use proteins
Answer
mRNA vaccines, like those developed by Moderna, use a copy of a molecule called messenger RNA (mRNA) to carry instructions for proteins to produce an immune response. This is a unique feature of mRNA vaccines.
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