Protein Synthesis

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What is the process of converting DNA to mRNA called?

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Transcription

Front

What amino acid is represented by the codon UUA?

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Leucine

Front

In DNA, which base pairs with Adenine?

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Thymine

Front

What is the process by which mRNA is translated into a protein?

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Translation

Front

What is the structure that carries genetic information in cells?

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DNA

Front

What is the single-stranded nucleic acid involved in protein synthesis?

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RNA

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids

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What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes facilitate the translation of mRNA into proteins.

Front

What is the term for a sequence of three nucleotides that codes for an amino acid?

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Codon

Front

What is the complementary base pair for Cytosine in DNA?

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Guanine