Protein Synthesis (Transcription and translation)

What is the primary function of DNA in relation to proteins?

• To transport molecules

• To protect the cell

• To code for proteins

• To store energy

What does the 'm' in mRNA stand for?

• Molecule

• Mitochondria

• Messenger

• Monomer

Where does transcription occur in the cell?

• Ribosome

• Nucleus

• Cytoplasm

• Mitochondria

What is the role of tRNA during translation?

• To transcribe DNA

• To carry amino acids

• To edit mRNA

• To form ribosomes

What is a codon?

• A type of protein

• A part of the ribosome

• A sequence of three bases on mRNA

• A molecule that carries amino acids