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Transcription and Translation

Transcription and Translation

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Biology, Science

9th - 12th Grade

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David Goodman

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the start codon in mRNA?

Back

The start codon is the first codon of a messenger RNA (mRNA) transcript that is translated by a ribosome. It is typically AUG, which codes for the amino acid Methionine.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What enzyme is responsible for unzipping the DNA during replication?

Back

Helicase is the enzyme that unwinds and separates the two strands of DNA by breaking the hydrogen bonds between the base pairs.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If a DNA molecule has 29% Guanine, what percentage of Cytosine does it have?

Back

29%. According to Chargaff's rules, the amount of Guanine equals the amount of Cytosine in a DNA molecule.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the structure of a DNA molecule?

Back

A DNA molecule is structured as a double helix, consisting of two strands that wind around each other.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which nitrogen base pairs with Adenine (A) in mRNA?

Back

Uracil (U) pairs with Adenine (A) in mRNA.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is transcription in the context of genetics?

Back

Transcription is the process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA, specifically messenger RNA (mRNA), which carries the genetic information to the ribosome.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is translation in the context of protein synthesis?

Back

Translation is the process by which ribosomes synthesize proteins using the information carried by mRNA.

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