Protein Synthesis

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What is the main function of tRNA in protein synthesis?

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The main function of tRNA is to bring amino acids from the cytoplasm to the ribosomes.

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Where does mRNA go after leaving the nucleus?

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The mRNA leaves the nucleus to find the ribosome to make proteins.

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In which part of the cell does transcription occur?

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Transcription takes place in the nucleus.

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What is the purpose of transcription in protein synthesis?

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The purpose of transcription is to assemble nucleotides in an mRNA chain along a DNA template.

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Which process translates the genetic code into a specific sequence of amino acids?

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Translation is the process that translates the genetic code into a specific sequence of amino acids.

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What are the similarities between DNA and RNA?

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DNA and RNA both contain the nitrogenous bases cytosine (C) and guanine (G).

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What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the sites where translation occurs, assembling amino acids into proteins.

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What is the difference between transcription and translation?

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Transcription is the process of copying DNA to mRNA, while translation is the process of converting mRNA into a protein.

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What are the three main types of RNA involved in protein synthesis?

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The three main types of RNA are messenger RNA (mRNA), transfer RNA (tRNA), and ribosomal RNA (rRNA).

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What is the significance of the genetic code?

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The genetic code determines the sequence of amino acids in a protein, which ultimately affects the protein's structure and function.