DNA, Replication, and Protein Synthesis
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1.
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What is DNA?
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DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) is the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life. It is composed of two strands that coil around each other to form a double helix.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the four bases of DNA?
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The four bases of DNA are Adenine (A), Thymine (T), Cytosine (C), and Guanine (G).
3.
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What is complementary base pairing in DNA?
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Complementary base pairing refers to the specific pairing of nitrogenous bases in DNA: Adenine pairs with Thymine (A-T) and Cytosine pairs with Guanine (C-G).
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Where does DNA replication occur?
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DNA replication occurs in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the role 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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is transcription?
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Transcription is the process of synthesizing RNA from a DNA template, resulting in the formation of mRNA.
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What is translation?
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Translation is the process by which ribosomes synthesize proteins using the information carried by mRNA.
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