Translation

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What is translation in the context of molecular biology?

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Translation is the process by which ribosomes synthesize proteins using the genetic information carried by mRNA.

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Where are codons found?

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Codons are located on mRNA (messenger RNA).

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How many nucleotides are in a codon?

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A single codon is made up of 3 nucleotides.

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What do amino acids form during translation?

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Amino acids come together to form a growing polypeptide chain (protein).

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What type of bond is formed between amino acids during translation?

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Peptide bonds (covalent) are formed between amino acids during translation.

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What is the role of mRNA in translation?

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mRNA serves as the template that carries the genetic code from DNA to the ribosome for protein synthesis.

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What is the function of tRNA in translation?

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tRNA (transfer RNA) brings the appropriate amino acids to the ribosome during translation.

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What is a ribosome?

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A ribosome is a molecular machine that facilitates the translation of mRNA into a protein.

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What is the start codon and its significance?

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The start codon (AUG) signals the beginning of translation and codes for the amino acid methionine.

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What are stop codons?

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Stop codons (UAA, UAG, UGA) signal the termination of protein synthesis during translation.