DNA & Protein Synthesis

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What is the base pairing rule in DNA?

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In a double-stranded DNA molecule, Adenine (A) pairs with Thymine (T) and Guanine (G) pairs with Cytosine (C).

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What is the primary function of mRNA in protein synthesis?

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mRNA (messenger RNA) carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where proteins are synthesized.

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What is the role of tRNA in translation?

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tRNA (transfer RNA) brings the appropriate amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis, matching its anticodon with the codon on the mRNA.

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What is a codon?

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A codon is a sequence of three nucleotides in mRNA that codes for a specific amino acid.

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What sugar is found in RNA?

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RNA contains the sugar ribose.

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What are nucleotides?

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Nucleotides are the monomers that make up DNA and RNA, consisting of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

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What is the process of transcription?

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Transcription is the process by which the information in a DNA sequence is copied into mRNA.

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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 function of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the cellular structures where translation occurs, synthesizing proteins by linking amino acids together.

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What is the significance of the genetic code?

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The genetic code is a set of rules that defines how the sequence of nucleotides in DNA and RNA is translated into proteins.