U6 Quizizz Notes RNA and Protein Synthesis

What is the process of synthesizing RNA from DNA called?

• Translation

• Transcription

• Replication

• Mutation

Which type of RNA carries amino acids to the ribosome?

• mRNA (messenger RNA)

• rRNA (ribosomal RNA)

• tRNA (transfer RNA)

• snRNA (small nuclear RNA)

Where does translation occur in the cell?

• Nucleus

• Mitochondria

• Ribosome

• Endoplasmic reticulum

What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

• It carries the genetic code from DNA to the ribosome.

• It forms the structure of the ribosome.

• It brings amino acids to the ribosome.

• It helps in the replication of DNA.

What is RNA made out of?

• Amino acids

• Fatty acids

• Linked nucleotides

• Simple sugars

Which of the following is NOT a component of the nucleotides that make up RNA?

• Sugar

• Phosphate

• Nitrogen base

• Cellulose

What is the structural difference between DNA and RNA?

• DNA is single-stranded and RNA is double-stranded.

• DNA is made of ribonucleic acid while RNA is made of deoxyribonucleic acid.

• DNA is double-stranded and RNA is single-stranded.

• DNA and RNA are both double-stranded.

What does RNA stand for?

• Ribonucleic Acid

• Radical Nucleic Acid

• Ribosomal Nucleotide Acid

• Reactive Nitrogenous Acid

What does DNA stand for?

• Deoxyribonucleic Acid

• Dioxynucleic Acid

• Dynamic Nucleic Acid

• Deoxyribosomal Acid

How many different nitrogen bases are found in RNA?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5