Protein Synthesis

Multiple Choice

Look at the diagram. It shows a step in translation.

What is the purpose of the strand labeled “G”?

• To act as a template for the synthesis of messenger RNA.

• To carry the code from the DNA molecule to the ribosome.

• To pick up and transfer specific amino acids to the ribosome.

• To pick up and transfer proteins outside of the cell.

Multiple Choice

Look at the codon chart and use it to answer the following question.

Which amino acid does the mRNA codon CAU code for?

• Methionine

• Tyrosine

• Valine

• Histidine