Protein Synthesis

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What is the main function of tRNA?

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The main function of tRNA is to bring amino acids from the cytoplasm to the ribosomes.

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What does DNA hold the code for making?

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DNA holds the code for making proteins.

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In what direction does genetic information flow?

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Genetic information flows in the direction: DNA -> RNA -> Protein.

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Which bases are contained in RNA?

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RNA contains the bases adenine, uracil, cytosine, and guanine.

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What amino acid is represented by the codon UUA?

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The codon UUA represents the amino acid Leucine.

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What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the sites where proteins are synthesized by translating mRNA.

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What is mRNA and its function?

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mRNA (messenger RNA) carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosomes for protein synthesis.

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What is a codon?

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

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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

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What is transcription in protein synthesis?

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Transcription is the process of copying a segment of DNA into mRNA.