RNA Flashcards
1
Q
transcription
A
process by which genetic information encoded in DNA is copied onto mRNA
2
Q
translation
A
process by which information encoded in mRNA is used to assemble a protein at the ribosome
3
Q
mRNA
A
a mirror like copy of DNA segment
4
Q
how many strands does RNA consist of
A
1
5
Q
tRNA
A
translate the RNA message
6
Q
where in the cell does translation happen?
A
cytoplasm
7
Q
where in the cell does transcription happen?
A
nucleus
8
Q
how are proteins and traits similar?
A
proteins act as an chemical triggers and messengers for one of the many processes in the cell
9
Q
what does uracil replace in mRNA
A
thymine
10
Q
the order of the rna determines what?
A
order of the amino acids
