Protein synthesis

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino Acids

Front

What type of RNA carries amino acids to the ribosome?

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tRNA

Front

What is the process of copying DNA to make mRNA called?

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Transcription

Front

What is a codon?

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A three-nucleotide sequence that codes for an amino acid.

Front

Which type of RNA is responsible for bringing the genetic information from the nucleus to the ribosome?

Back

mRNA

Front

What type of bond forms between amino acids to create a protein?

Back

Peptide Bonds

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the sites where proteins are assembled from amino acids.

Front

What is the process of translating mRNA into a protein called?

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Translation

Front

What is the function of rRNA in protein synthesis?

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rRNA is a component of ribosomes and helps facilitate the translation process.

Front

What is the significance of the genetic code?

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The genetic code determines the sequence of amino acids in a protein.