Genetics

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How do cells become specialized?

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Cells become specialized when specific genes are activated.

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What stage does DNA replication occur in?

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DNA replication occurs during interphase (S phase).

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What carries genetic information from the nucleus to the ribosome to make proteins?

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

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Which part of DNA determines your traits?

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The order of nucleotides in DNA determines your traits.

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What amino acid is made from the codon GAC (after transcription)?

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The codon GAC codes for the amino acid leucine.

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What is the basic unit of heredity?

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The basic unit of heredity is a gene.

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What is the structure that carries genetic information?

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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the structure that carries genetic information.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.

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What is the process by which DNA is copied?

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The process by which DNA is copied is called DNA replication.

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What is the role of tRNA in protein synthesis?

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tRNA (transfer RNA) brings amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis.