DNA Transcription and Translation

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What does DNA code for?

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Proteins.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

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What is the correct order to make a protein?

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DNA, RNA, Protein.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

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What is a codon?

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A three-nucleotide sequence that codes for an amino acid.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

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Why must transcription occur where DNA can be found?

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Because DNA can't leave the nucleus.

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Translate the RNA sequence: AUGCAAUGA

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Met-Glu-Stop.

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What is the role of RNA in protein synthesis?

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RNA serves as a template for translating the genetic code into proteins.

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What is transcription?

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The process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA.

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What is translation?

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The process of converting mRNA into a sequence of amino acids to form a protein.

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What is mRNA?

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Messenger RNA, which carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome.

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What is tRNA?

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Transfer RNA, which brings amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis.