RNA Vocab 2

Question 1

Transcription

Answer 1

To make an RNA molecule from a DNA template.

Question 2

Translation

Answer 2

The process of the info mRNA is carrying is turned into a protein.

Question 3

Mutation

Answer 3

A permanent change in the DNA sequence of an organism.

Question 4

Point Mutation

Answer 4

A genetic mutation where a single nucleotide base is altered from the DNA/RNA sequence in a genome.

Question 5

Frameshift Mutation

Answer 5

A genetic mutation where a single nucleotide base is added or subtracted from a DNA/RNA sequence.

Question 6

Chromosomal Mutations

Answer 6

A change in the structure or number of chromosomes within a cell.

Question 7

Base Pairing

Answer 7

When nucleotides on opposite sides of the double helix bond together (A&T, C&G).

Question 8

Anticodon

Answer 8

A three-nucleotide sequence within a tRNA

Question 9

Helix

Answer 9

The spiral/coiled shape of DNA.

Question 9

Synthesis

Answer 9

The process of creating new DNA strands in vivo or in vitro.

Question 9

Double Helix

Answer 9

Shape of DNA

Question 10

Polypeptide

Answer 10

A chain of amino acids.