Protein Synthesis Flashcard

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What determines the differences in traits among individuals?

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The sequence of nucleotides in DNA.

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What is the process of converting DNA into RNA called?

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Transcription of DNA to RNA.

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What is the process of translating RNA into a protein called?

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Translation.

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What type of molecule is produced during transcription?

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mRNA (messenger RNA).

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How do nitrogenous bases influence protein synthesis?

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The order of nitrogenous bases determines the order of amino acids in the proteins synthesized.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the sites where translation occurs, synthesizing proteins from mRNA.

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What is the function of tRNA in translation?

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tRNA (transfer RNA) brings amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis.

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What are the four types of nitrogenous bases in DNA?

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Adenine (A), Thymine (T), Cytosine (C), Guanine (G).

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What is the complementary base pairing rule in DNA?

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A pairs with T, and C pairs with G.