B.7BC Protein Synthesis Review

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Where does transcription take place?

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Transcription takes place in the nucleus.

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What part of protein synthesis does tRNA represent?

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tRNA (transfer RNA) is responsible for bringing amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis.

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How does RNA differ from DNA?

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RNA contains uracil and ribose, while DNA contains thymine and deoxyribose.

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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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What is the term for a three-nucleotide sequence that codes for an amino acid?

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The term is codon.

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What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

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mRNA (messenger RNA) carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome.

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What is the function of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the sites where protein synthesis occurs, translating mRNA into amino acid sequences.

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What is the difference between transcription and translation?

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Transcription is the process of copying DNA into mRNA, while translation is the process of synthesizing proteins from mRNA.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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The building blocks of proteins are amino acids.

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What is the significance of the genetic code?

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The genetic code determines the sequence of amino acids in a protein, which affects its structure and function.