On Level Unit 3: cell cycle, protein synthesis, and mutations

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What is the purpose of translation in protein synthesis?

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To translate the genetic code into a specific sequence of amino acids.

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What is cancer?

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Cancer is the uncontrolled growth of cells, often resulting in a tumor or mass of abnormal cells.

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During which phase of the cell cycle does the cell spend the most time?

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Interphase.

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What process involves the formation of mRNA?

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Transcription.

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What is a tumor?

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A tumor is a mass of cells formed when cells lose their ability to regulate the cell cycle and divide at an accelerated rate.

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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.

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What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

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The main phases are Interphase, Mitosis, and Cytokinesis.

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What occurs during Interphase?

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During Interphase, the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for division.

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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 transcription?

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Transcription is the process of copying a segment of DNA into mRNA.