Protein Synthesis

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What is the purpose of anti-codons?

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To ensure the correct amino acid is dropped off.

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Where does transcription occur?

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Nucleus.

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What process is occurring when mRNA is translated into a protein?

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Translation.

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In what process is mRNA synthesized?

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Transcription.

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Where is the anticodon located on a tRNA molecule?

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At the bottom of the molecule.

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What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

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To carry the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome.

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What is the function of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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To facilitate the translation of mRNA into a polypeptide chain.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the difference between transcription and translation?

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Transcription is the process of synthesizing mRNA from DNA, while translation is the process of synthesizing proteins from mRNA.

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What is a codon?

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A sequence of three nucleotides on mRNA that codes for a specific amino acid.