Protein Synthesis

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In RNA, which base replaces T?

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U (Uracil)

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What type of RNA carries amino acids to the ribosome?

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tRNA (Transfer RNA)

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What is the shape of a DNA molecule?

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Double helix

Front

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

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CAUCAGU

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What is the process of creating RNA from DNA called?

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Transcription

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What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

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mRNA (Messenger RNA) carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome.

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What is the function of rRNA in the ribosome?

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rRNA (Ribosomal RNA) forms the core of the ribosome's structure and catalyzes protein synthesis.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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

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Translation.

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What is the significance of the sugar-phosphate backbone in DNA?

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It provides structural support and stability to the DNA molecule.