Protein Synthesis

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What is a codon?

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A codon is a sequence of three nucleotides in mRNA that specifies a particular amino acid.

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Which codon is known as the start codon?

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AUG is known as the start codon, signaling the beginning of protein synthesis.

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What process synthesizes mRNA from DNA?

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Transcription is the process that synthesizes mRNA from a DNA template.

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What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

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mRNA carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where proteins are synthesized.

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How many nucleotides are needed to code for one amino acid?

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Three nucleotides are needed to code for one amino acid.

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What is an anticodon?

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An anticodon is a sequence of three nucleotides on tRNA that is complementary to a codon on mRNA.

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On which molecule can an anticodon be found?

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An anticodon can be found on tRNA (transfer RNA).

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

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The process of translating mRNA into a protein is called translation.

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What is the function of tRNA in protein synthesis?

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tRNA transports specific amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis.

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What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the cellular structures where protein synthesis occurs, facilitating the translation of mRNA.