Protein Synthesis

Front

What is the process in which mRNA is synthesized?

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Transcription

Front

Where does transcription occur in a cell?

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Nucleus

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What is the process called that converts mRNA into a protein?

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Translation

Front

Transcribe the DNA sequence TACGTTACT.

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AUGCAAUGA

Front

Why must transcription occur in the nucleus?

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Because DNA can't leave the nucleus.

Front

What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the site of translation, where proteins are synthesized from mRNA.

Front

What is the function of mRNA?

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mRNA carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome for protein synthesis.

Front

What is the role of tRNA in translation?

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tRNA brings the appropriate amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis.

Front

What is the difference between transcription and translation?

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

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What enzyme is responsible for synthesizing mRNA during transcription?

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RNA polymerase.