Transcription and Translation

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What is the main difference between DNA and RNA?

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Only RNA has the base Uracil.

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How does the length and structure of mRNA compare to DNA?

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mRNA strand is shorter and single stranded.

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What is the correct sequence of processes in protein synthesis?

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Transcription then Translation.

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What is a key characteristic of RNA?

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It can travel outside of the nucleus.

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What molecule brings amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis?

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tRNA.

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What are the four bases found in RNA?

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Adenine, Uracil, Cytosine, Guanine.

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What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

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It carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome.

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What is the function of tRNA?

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It transfers amino acids to the ribosome for protein synthesis.

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What is the process of Transcription?

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The process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA.

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What is the process of Translation?

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The process of decoding mRNA to synthesize proteins.