DNA/Transc/l  Flashcardizz

DNA/Transc/l Flashcardizz

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Science

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a codon?

Back

A codon is a sequence of three nucleotides in mRNA that specifies a particular amino acid.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What amino acid does the codon ACG code for?

Back

Threonine (Thr)

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What process is occurring when mRNA is synthesized from DNA?

Back

Transcription

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a gene?

Back

A gene is a segment of DNA that contains the instructions for making a specific protein.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where does transcription occur in a cell?

Back

In the nucleus.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

Back

Ribosomes are the cellular structures where translation occurs, synthesizing proteins from amino acids.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a mutation?

Back

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

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