What is the role of mRNA in the translation process?

Exploring the Process of Translation in Protein Synthesis

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
It carries amino acids to the ribosome.
It attaches to the ribosome and provides the template for protein synthesis.
It catalyzes the formation of peptide bonds.
It forms the ribosome structure.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes a codon?
A single base on mRNA.
A three-base sequence on mRNA that codes for an amino acid.
A three-base sequence on tRNA that pairs with mRNA.
A protein that assists in translation.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the start codon and which amino acid does it specify?
AUG, Methionine
UAA, Leucine
ACG, Threonine
GCU, Alanine
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How many different codons specify the amino acid proline?
Two
One
Four
Three
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the function of the anticodon on tRNA?
It signals the end of translation.
It forms the ribosome structure.
It pairs with the mRNA codon to ensure the correct amino acid is added.
It catalyzes peptide bond formation.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which site on the ribosome does the tRNA carrying the amino acid first pair with the mRNA codon?
R site
P site
A site
E site
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens at the P site of the ribosome?
The tRNA exits the ribosome.
The growing polypeptide is held in place.
The tRNA carrying the amino acid pairs with the mRNA codon.
The ribosome attaches to the start codon.
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