Translation

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What is Translation in biology?

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Translation is the process by which a cell converts the genetic code carried by mRNA into a sequence of amino acids to form a protein.

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What is the role of tRNA in Translation?

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tRNA (transfer RNA) carries amino acids to the ribosome during translation and matches them to the codons on the mRNA.

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What are anti-codons?

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Anti-codons are sequences of three nucleotides on tRNA that are complementary to the codons on mRNA.

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What is the difference between RNA and DNA?

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RNA is usually single-stranded and contains uracil instead of thymine, while DNA is double-stranded and contains thymine.

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What is a codon?

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

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What is the start codon and its significance?

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The start codon is AUG, which signals the beginning of translation and codes for the amino acid methionine.

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What is the function of ribosomes in Translation?

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Ribosomes are the cellular structures where translation occurs, facilitating the assembly of amino acids into proteins.

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What happens to mRNA after it is transcribed?

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After transcription, mRNA exits the nucleus and travels to the ribosome for translation.

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What is the role of the genetic code in Translation?

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The genetic code is a set of rules that defines how the sequence of nucleotides in mRNA is translated into the sequence of amino acids in proteins.

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What is the significance of the amino acid sequence in proteins?

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The amino acid sequence determines the structure and function of a protein, influencing its role in biological processes.