DNA, RNA, Central Dogma

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Where does DNA replication occur?

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Nucleus

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What does DNA hold the code for?

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Proteins

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What is each section of DNA that codes for a specific trait called?

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Gene

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What are the two main types of nucleic acids?

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DNA and RNA

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What is the process of copying DNA called?

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DNA replication

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What is the role of RNA in protein synthesis?

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RNA serves as a template for protein synthesis.

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What is the central dogma of molecular biology?

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DNA -> RNA -> Protein

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What is transcription in the context of the central dogma?

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The process of synthesizing RNA from a DNA template.

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What is translation in the context of the central dogma?

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The process of synthesizing proteins from an RNA template.

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What is a mutation?

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A change in the DNA sequence that can lead to changes in protein structure and function.