Making a protein Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What does the proteins that the cell makes determine?
A
How the cell functions
2
Q
What is another name for 3 bases?
A
Triplet code
3
Q
Example of a protein?
A
Enzymes (amylase)
4
Q
Proteins are long chains of …?
A
Proteins are long chains of amino acids
5
Q
What is the process of genetic profiling called?
A
Electrophoresis
6
Q
Advantage of genetic profiling?
A
Investigating crime scenes
Identification of dead people
Discovery of genetic disorder/disease
7
Q
Disadvantage of genetic profiling?
A
Breach of privacy
Can cause unnecessary stress if you find out about a disease
Employers could see your potential diseases and reject you as an employee
