SB2a. Protein Synthesis

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What is the main difference between RNA and DNA?

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RNA is single-stranded, contains uracil instead of thymine, and has the sugar ribose.

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What process must occur before a cell divides?

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Replication.

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What do tRNA molecules bring to ribosomes?

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Amino acids.

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Where is the anticodon found?

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On tRNA.

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Where does DNA replication occur in the cell?

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In the nucleus.

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What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

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mRNA carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome.

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What is transcription?

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The process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA.

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What is translation in the context of protein synthesis?

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The process of decoding mRNA to synthesize proteins.

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What are ribosomes made of?

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Ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and proteins.

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What is the function of tRNA?

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tRNA transports amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis.