DNA Lab

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Define codon

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A sequence of 3 nucleotides that codes for a specific amino acid.

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What is the end product of protein synthesis in cells?

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A protein.

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What is the complementary DNA sequence for TGCAATCGA?

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ACGTTAGCT.

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What cellular process involves copying a DNA sequence to find the complementary pair?

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DNA Replication.

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What is the process of converting mRNA to amino acids called?

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Translation.

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Define transcription.

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The process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA.

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What is the role of tRNA in protein synthesis?

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tRNA carries amino acids to the ribosome during translation.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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DNA is a double helix made of nucleotides.

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What are the four nucleotide bases in DNA?

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

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What is the function of ribosomes in cells?

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Ribosomes are the site of protein synthesis.