Protein Synthesis DOL

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What is the function of tRNA in protein synthesis?

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tRNA (transfer RNA) transports amino acids to the ribosome for protein synthesis.

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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 the DNA in the nucleus to the ribosomes, where proteins are assembled.

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Define codon.

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A codon is a three-nucleotide sequence in mRNA that codes for a specific amino acid.

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What is the process called where mRNA is synthesized from a DNA template?

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Transcription.

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What is the process of assembling a protein from mRNA called?

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Translation.

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What is the complementary mRNA sequence to the DNA strand AACTGAA?

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UUGACUU.

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What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the cellular structures where proteins are synthesized by translating mRNA.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains deoxyribose sugar, while RNA is single-stranded and contains ribose sugar.

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What is the significance of the start codon in protein synthesis?

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The start codon (AUG) signals the beginning of translation and codes for the amino acid methionine.