What is the function of mRNA in protein synthesis?
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mRNA (messenger RNA) carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where proteins are synthesized.
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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 or stop signal during protein synthesis.
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What is the role of tRNA in translation?
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tRNA (transfer RNA) brings the appropriate amino acids to the ribosome based on the codon sequence of the mRNA.
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What is the structure that serves as the site of protein synthesis?
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Ribosome.
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Where are ribosomes produced in the cell?
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Ribosomes are produced in the nucleolus.
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What are the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis?
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These reactions convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of ATP and NADPH, occurring in the thylakoid membranes.
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What is the function of enzymes in chemical reactions?
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Enzymes act as catalysts to increase the rate of chemical reactions without being consumed in the process.
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