Protein Synthesis

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What is protein synthesis?

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The process by which cells generate new proteins, involving transcription of DNA to mRNA and translation of mRNA to protein.

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How many amino acids are coded for by the nucleotide sequence ATG GGA ACT CCA?

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4

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What is a codon?

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A sequence of three nucleotides in mRNA that codes for a specific amino acid.

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How many mRNA bases are in a codon?

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3

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What is transcription?

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The process of converting DNA into mRNA.

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What is translation?

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The process where mRNA is decoded to form a protein.

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Where does transcription occur?

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In the nucleus of the cell.

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Where does translation occur?

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In the cytoplasm, specifically on ribosomes.

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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 for protein synthesis.

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What are ribosomes made of?

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Ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and proteins.