Mutations and Protein Synthesis

Mutations and Protein Synthesis

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Biology

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is a mutation?

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A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence of an organism's genome.

2.

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Front

What are the types of mutations?

Back

The main types of mutations are substitution, insertion, and deletion.

3.

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Front

How can mutations benefit organisms?

Back

Mutations can make an organism more suited to live in its environment, potentially leading to evolutionary advantages.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

Back

mRNA (messenger RNA) carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosomes, where proteins are synthesized.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a codon represent?

Back

A codon is a sequence of three nucleotides in mRNA that corresponds to a specific amino acid.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the function of tRNA?

Back

tRNA (transfer RNA) brings amino acids from the cytoplasm to the ribosomes during protein synthesis.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a substitution mutation?

Back

A substitution mutation occurs when one nucleotide in the DNA sequence is replaced by another nucleotide.

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