Transcription vs. Translation

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What is transcription?

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Transcription is the process by which the information in a strand of DNA is copied into a new molecule of messenger RNA (mRNA).

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What is translation?

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Translation is the process by which the sequence of nucleotides in mRNA is used to assemble a sequence of amino acids to form a protein.

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Where does transcription occur in a cell?

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Transcription occurs in the nucleus of the cell.

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What type of RNA is produced during transcription?

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mRNA (messenger RNA) is produced during transcription.

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What is the role 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 the structure of DNA?

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DNA is structured as a double helix, consisting of two strands twisted together.

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What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the cellular machinery that facilitate the translation of mRNA into a protein.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains the sugar deoxyribose, while RNA is single-stranded and contains the sugar ribose.

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What is the function of rRNA?

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rRNA (ribosomal RNA) is a component of ribosomes and plays a crucial role in protein synthesis.

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What happens to mRNA after transcription?

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After transcription, mRNA exits the nucleus and enters the cytoplasm for translation.