#4 DNA, RNA, Protein Synthesis, Photosynthesis & Respiration

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What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?
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mRNA (messenger RNA) is responsible for copying the DNA and bringing the genetic information out of the nucleus to the ribosome for protein synthesis.
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What is DNA replication?
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DNA replication is the process by which DNA makes an exact copy of itself, ensuring that each new cell has the same genetic information.
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How are photosynthesis and cellular respiration related?
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The products of photosynthesis (glucose and oxygen) are the reactants of cellular respiration, creating a cycle of energy transformation.
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What is transcription?
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Transcription is the process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA, specifically mRNA, which occurs in the nucleus.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What determines the genetic code in DNA?
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The genetic code in DNA is determined by the order (sequence) of the nitrogen bases (adenine, thymine, cytosine, and guanine).
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What is the function of tRNA in protein synthesis?
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tRNA (transfer RNA) brings the appropriate amino acids to the ribosome during translation, matching them to the codons on the mRNA.
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What is the difference between transcription and translation?
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Transcription is the process of creating mRNA from DNA, while translation is the process of synthesizing proteins from mRNA at the ribosome.
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