U4P3 Kozian DNA Protein Synthesis Review

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What structure carries amino acids to the ribosome?

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tRNA (transfer RNA) is responsible for transporting amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis.

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Where does translation take place in the cell?

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Translation occurs at the ribosome, where mRNA is translated into a protein.

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Where does transcription take place?

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Transcription takes place in the nucleus, where DNA is converted into mRNA.

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In DNA replication, A pairs with ____.

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In DNA replication, adenine (A) pairs with thymine (T).

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What is the official name for DNA --> RNA --> proteins?

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The official name for this process is the Central Dogma of molecular biology.

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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 for protein synthesis.

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What is the function of ribosomes in the cell?

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Ribosomes are the cellular structures where protein synthesis occurs, translating mRNA into polypeptide chains.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains thymine (T), while RNA is single-stranded and contains uracil (U) instead of thymine.

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What is the process of converting DNA into RNA called?

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The process of converting DNA into RNA is called transcription.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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The building blocks of proteins are amino acids.