Molecular Genetics Test Day Practice Flashcardizz

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What is the genetic codon chart used for?

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The genetic codon chart is used to determine the amino acid sequence encoded by mRNA sequences.

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What is the correct amino acid sequence for the mRNA sequence AUG-CCA-GCU-UAG?

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Met-Pro-Ala-Stop.

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Where does the translation of mRNA to proteins occur?

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Translation occurs in the ribosome.

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What do the sides of DNA represent?

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The sides of DNA represent alternating sugar and phosphate.

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What do the rungs of the DNA ladder represent?

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The rungs of the DNA ladder represent nitrogen bases.

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What is the process of translating mRNA into proteins called?

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The process is called translation.

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What part of a DNA nucleotide provides the code for making proteins?

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The nitrogen base provides the code for making proteins.

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What are the three main components of a DNA nucleotide?

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The three main components are a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogen base.

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What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the sites where translation occurs, synthesizing proteins from mRNA.

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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 converting mRNA into a protein.