
Transcription and Translation
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Biology
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9th - 11th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is transcription?
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Transcription is the process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA. It occurs in the nucleus and results in the formation of messenger RNA (mRNA).
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is translation?
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Translation is the process by which ribosomes synthesize proteins using the mRNA transcript. It occurs in the cytoplasm.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How many nucleotides are needed to code for one amino acid?
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Three nucleotides (a codon) are needed to code for one amino acid.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the role of mRNA?
Back
mRNA (messenger RNA) carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where it serves as a template for protein synthesis.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of tRNA?
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tRNA (transfer RNA) brings amino acids to the ribosome during translation, matching them to the codons on the mRNA.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Where does transcription occur in the cell?
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Transcription occurs in the nucleus of the cell.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Where does translation occur in the cell?
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Translation occurs at the ribosome in the cytoplasm.
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