Protein Synthesis

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What is a Start Codon?

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A Start Codon is a specific sequence of three nucleotide bases (AUG) that signals the beginning of protein synthesis.

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What is Protein Synthesis?

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Protein Synthesis is the process of assembling proteins based on the instructions encoded in DNA.

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What is a Base Sequence?

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The Base Sequence refers to the order of nucleotide bases in DNA or RNA that determines the genetic information.

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What is Translation in the context of Protein Synthesis?

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Translation is the process where messenger RNA (mRNA) is used as a template to assemble amino acids into a protein at the ribosome.

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What is a Codon Chart?

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A Codon Chart is a reference tool that shows the relationship between codons (three-nucleotide sequences) and the amino acids they code for.

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What are Nucleotides?

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Nucleotides are the building blocks of DNA and RNA, consisting of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

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What role does Messenger RNA (mRNA) play in Protein Synthesis?

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mRNA carries the genetic information from the DNA in the nucleus to the ribosomes, where proteins are synthesized.

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What is the difference between Transcription and Translation?

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Transcription is the process of copying DNA into mRNA, while Translation is the process of using mRNA to synthesize proteins.

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What is an Anticodon?

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An Anticodon is a sequence of three nucleotides in tRNA that pairs with a corresponding codon in mRNA during protein synthesis.

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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, facilitating the assembly of amino acids into proteins.