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Transcription & Translation Flashcards

(11 cards)

1
Q

What is transcription?

A

The use of DNA to make RNA

Transcription occurs in the nucleus of the cell.

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Where does transcription occur?

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In the nucleus of the cell

This is where DNA is converted to RNA.

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What is a key difference between RNA and DNA regarding their bases?

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RNA has uracil (U) instead of thymine (T)

This is an important distinction in nucleic acid structure.

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4
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What is translation?

A

The use of RNA to make proteins

Translation occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell.

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Where does translation occur?

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In the cytoplasm of the cell

This process synthesizes proteins from RNA.

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6
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How many types of RNA are required for translation?

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Three types of RNA

These are mRNA, tRNA, and rRNA.

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What is the function of messenger RNA (mRNA)?

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Copy of DNA’s message to code proteins; contains codons

Codons are three base sequences that specify amino acids.

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What does transfer RNA (tRNA) do?

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Carries amino acids to the ribosomes; contains anti-codons

Anti-codons pair with mRNA codons during translation.

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What is the role of ribosomal RNA (rRNA)?

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Makes up the structure of ribosome

rRNA is essential for protein synthesis.

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What happens when an anti-codon on tRNA pairs with an mRNA codon?

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Brings proper amino acid into the ribosome

This is a critical step in assembling proteins.

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What occurs to amino acids during translation?

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Amino acids are connected until a stop codon is reached

This process continues until the protein synthesis is complete.

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