Fall 2024 Semester Study Guide

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What is cell differentiation?

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Cell differentiation is the process by which cells become specialized to perform specific functions by turning on or off different genes.

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What type of bond holds amino acids together?

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Amino acids are held together by peptide bonds.

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What is a polypeptide?

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A polypeptide is a sequence of amino acids held together by peptide bonds.

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Identify the molecules: 1 - ?, 2 - ?, 3 - ? (tRNA, ribosome, mRNA)

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1 - tRNA, 2 - ribosome, 3 - mRNA.

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What process occurs during interphase?

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DNA Replication occurs during interphase.

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What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

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mRNA carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where proteins are synthesized.

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What is the function of tRNA?

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tRNA transports amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis.

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What is the significance of peptide bonds?

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Peptide bonds link amino acids together to form proteins.

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What happens during DNA replication?

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During DNA replication, the DNA molecule unwinds and each strand serves as a template for the formation of a new complementary strand.

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is the series of phases that a cell goes through to grow and divide, including interphase and mitotic phase.