Protein Synthesis and Mutations Review

Protein Synthesis and Mutations Review

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Science, Biology

6th - 12th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is protein synthesis?

Back

The process by which cells create proteins based on the instructions encoded in DNA.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the two main stages of protein synthesis?

Back

Transcription and Translation.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where does transcription occur in a eukaryotic cell?

Back

In the nucleus.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a mutation?

Back

A change in the DNA sequence that can affect how genes function.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a substitution mutation?

Back

A type of mutation where one base pair is replaced by another in the DNA sequence.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an insertion mutation?

Back

A type of mutation where one or more base pairs are added to the DNA sequence.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a deletion mutation?

Back

A type of mutation where one or more base pairs are removed from the DNA sequence.

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