RNA and Protein Synthesis

RNA and Protein Synthesis

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Biology

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of a stop codon in translation?

Back

A stop codon signals the termination of the translation process, indicating that the protein synthesis is complete.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does RNA differ from DNA in terms of structure?

Back

RNA is single-stranded, while DNA is double-stranded.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What molecule carries anticodons?

Back

tRNA (transfer RNA) carries anticodons.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does each codon in mRNA correspond to?

Back

Each codon in mRNA corresponds to a specific amino acid.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many codons are required to code for three amino acids?

Back

Three codons are needed to code for three amino acids.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of mRNA in protein synthesis?

Back

mRNA (messenger RNA) serves as a template for translating genetic information into proteins.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the genetic code?

Back

The genetic code is a set of rules that defines how the sequence of nucleotides in DNA and RNA is translated into amino acids.

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