DNA and Protein Synthesis

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What is DNA replication?

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DNA replication is the process by which a cell makes an exact copy of its DNA, allowing genetic information to be passed on during cell division.

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What type of bond holds the two strands of the DNA double helix together?

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Hydrogen bonds hold the two strands of the DNA double helix together.

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What does DNA code for?

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DNA codes for proteins, which are essential for various functions in living organisms.

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What molecules form the sides (backbone) of the DNA ladder?

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The sides of the DNA ladder are formed by deoxyribose sugar and phosphate.

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What is the complementary DNA strand of ATG?

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The complementary DNA strand of ATG is TAC.

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What are the four nitrogenous bases in DNA?

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The four nitrogenous bases in DNA are adenine (A), thymine (T), cytosine (C), and guanine (G).

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What is the role of RNA in protein synthesis?

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RNA serves as a messenger that carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosomes, where proteins are synthesized.

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What is transcription in the context of protein synthesis?

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Transcription is the process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA, specifically messenger RNA (mRNA).

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What is translation in protein synthesis?

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Translation is the process where ribosomes read the mRNA sequence and assemble amino acids to form a protein.

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What is a codon?

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A codon is a sequence of three nucleotides in mRNA that corresponds to a specific amino acid.