Protein Synthesis

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In RNA, A matches with

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U

Front

The _________ is the organelle in a cell which synthesizes proteins by joining amino acids together.

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ribosome

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__________ is a special molecule that carries the correct amino acid to the ribosome

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tRNA

Front

The bottom of the tRNA molecule joins with the mRNA molecule because it has the _________ that complements the _______ on mRNA.

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anticodon, codon

Front

There are ________ different amino acids that are used to make proteins.

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20

Front

What is the process of converting DNA to RNA called?

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Transcription

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What is the process of translating RNA into a protein called?

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Translation

Front

What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

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mRNA carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome.

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids

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What is the function of ribosomes in cells?

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Ribosomes synthesize proteins by linking amino acids together.