KC: Protein Synthesis

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What is the primary goal of protein synthesis?

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The primary goal of protein synthesis is to make proteins.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids.

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What does the DNA sequence ATT translate to in terms of protein synthesis?

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The DNA sequence ATT translates to 'Stop' in protein synthesis.

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Can one amino acid be coded by multiple codons?

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Yes, one amino acid can be coded by several codons.

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What type of RNA carries the genetic message from DNA to the ribosome?

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mRNA (messenger RNA) carries the message from DNA in the nucleus to the ribosome in the cytoplasm.

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What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the sites where protein synthesis occurs, translating mRNA into amino acid sequences.

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What is the process of transcription in protein synthesis?

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Transcription is the process of copying a segment of DNA into mRNA.

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What is the role of tRNA in protein synthesis?

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tRNA (transfer RNA) brings amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis.

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What is a codon?

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A codon is a sequence of three nucleotides in mRNA that corresponds to a specific amino acid or a stop signal.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains the sugar deoxyribose, while RNA is single-stranded and contains the sugar ribose.