24. Protein Synthesis: Transcription & Translation

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What is the process of copying DNA to make an identical copy called?

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DNA Replication

Front

In RNA, which base pairs with Adenine (A)?

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Uracil (U)

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What is the process of synthesizing RNA from a DNA template called?

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Transcription

Front

What is the three-base sequence of mRNA that codes for a single amino acid?

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Codon

Front

What is the complementary mRNA sequence for the DNA strand GTAGTCA?

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CAUCAGU

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What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

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mRNA carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome for protein synthesis.

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What are the two main stages of protein synthesis?

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Transcription and Translation

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What is the function of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the sites where translation occurs, synthesizing proteins by linking amino acids together.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains Thymine (T), while RNA is single-stranded and contains Uracil (U) instead of Thymine.

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What is a mutation?

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A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence that can lead to changes in protein synthesis.