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What is the primary function of the Shine-Dalgarno sequence in prokaryotic translation?
What is the primary function of the Shine-Dalgarno sequence in prokaryotic translation?
- Positioning the ribosome at the correct start codon on the mRNA. (correct)
- Initiating the termination of translation.
- Ensuring the correct folding of the synthesized protein.
- Preventing the binding of incorrect tRNAs to the A site.
Which initiation factor prevents the premature association of the 30S and 50S ribosomal subunits in prokaryotes?
Which initiation factor prevents the premature association of the 30S and 50S ribosomal subunits in prokaryotes?
- IF1
- IF2-GTP
- IF3 (correct)
- eIF2
What is the role of IF2-GTP in prokaryotic translation initiation?
What is the role of IF2-GTP in prokaryotic translation initiation?
- It hydrolyzes GTP to release IF3, facilitating subunit binding.
- It directly binds to the Shine-Dalgarno sequence.
- It brings the initiator tRNA (charged with fMet) to the 30S subunit. (correct)
- It stabilizes the binding of the 30S subunit to the mRNA.
How does the initiation of translation differ between prokaryotes and eukaryotes regarding the initiator tRNA?
How does the initiation of translation differ between prokaryotes and eukaryotes regarding the initiator tRNA?
Which of the following initiation factors is NOT directly involved in prokaryotic translation?
Which of the following initiation factors is NOT directly involved in prokaryotic translation?
What would be the likely consequence if a bacterial cell had a mutation that significantly reduced the number of different tRNA molecules available?
What would be the likely consequence if a bacterial cell had a mutation that significantly reduced the number of different tRNA molecules available?
A researcher discovers a new class of aminoacyl-tRNA synthetases. Unlike known synthetases, this new class can only bind to tRNA molecules with a specific modified base in their anticodon loop. What is the most likely function of this unique synthetase?
A researcher discovers a new class of aminoacyl-tRNA synthetases. Unlike known synthetases, this new class can only bind to tRNA molecules with a specific modified base in their anticodon loop. What is the most likely function of this unique synthetase?
During translation, a tRNA molecule with an anticodon of 5'-ACG-3' is brought to the ribosome. What codon on the mRNA will this tRNA recognize?
During translation, a tRNA molecule with an anticodon of 5'-ACG-3' is brought to the ribosome. What codon on the mRNA will this tRNA recognize?
A mutation in a gene encoding a Class II aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase results in the enzyme attaching the amino acid to the 2' hydroxyl group instead of the 3' hydroxyl group of the tRNA. How would this affect translation?
A mutation in a gene encoding a Class II aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase results in the enzyme attaching the amino acid to the 2' hydroxyl group instead of the 3' hydroxyl group of the tRNA. How would this affect translation?
Which statement accurately describes the role of aminoacyl-tRNA synthetases in protein synthesis?
Which statement accurately describes the role of aminoacyl-tRNA synthetases in protein synthesis?
What is the most likely effect of a mutation that disrupts the structure of the TψC loop in tRNA?
What is the most likely effect of a mutation that disrupts the structure of the TψC loop in tRNA?
A scientist is studying a newly discovered bacterial species and finds that it has only 35 different tRNA molecules. Which is the most likely explanation for how this organism can still synthesize a full complement of proteins?
A scientist is studying a newly discovered bacterial species and finds that it has only 35 different tRNA molecules. Which is the most likely explanation for how this organism can still synthesize a full complement of proteins?
Which of the following components of tRNA is crucial for ensuring the correct amino acid is added to the growing polypeptide chain during translation?
Which of the following components of tRNA is crucial for ensuring the correct amino acid is added to the growing polypeptide chain during translation?
Which of the following modifications to tRNA bases primarily contribute to stabilizing its structure and ensuring accurate codon-anticodon recognition?
Which of the following modifications to tRNA bases primarily contribute to stabilizing its structure and ensuring accurate codon-anticodon recognition?
A tRNA molecule with the anticodon sequence ICG (where I represents inosine) is present in a cell. According to the wobble hypothesis, which of the following codons could this tRNA potentially recognize?
A tRNA molecule with the anticodon sequence ICG (where I represents inosine) is present in a cell. According to the wobble hypothesis, which of the following codons could this tRNA potentially recognize?
During translation in prokaryotes, a tRNA moves sequentially through which of the following sites on the ribosome?
During translation in prokaryotes, a tRNA moves sequentially through which of the following sites on the ribosome?
Eukaryotic and prokaryotic ribosomes differ in their overall size and composition. Which of the following statements correctly describes a key difference between them?
Eukaryotic and prokaryotic ribosomes differ in their overall size and composition. Which of the following statements correctly describes a key difference between them?
A mutation occurs in a tRNA gene that alters its anticodon sequence. This mutated tRNA now recognizes a different codon, but it is still charged with the same amino acid. What is the most likely consequence of this mutation?
A mutation occurs in a tRNA gene that alters its anticodon sequence. This mutated tRNA now recognizes a different codon, but it is still charged with the same amino acid. What is the most likely consequence of this mutation?
Which component of the ribosome is MOST responsible for catalyzing the formation of peptide bonds between amino acids during translation?
Which component of the ribosome is MOST responsible for catalyzing the formation of peptide bonds between amino acids during translation?
A researcher is studying gene expression in a newly discovered eukaryotic organism. Which ribosomal RNA (rRNA) sequence would be most suitable for designing a universal primer to amplify a conserved region across a wide range of eukaryotic species?
A researcher is studying gene expression in a newly discovered eukaryotic organism. Which ribosomal RNA (rRNA) sequence would be most suitable for designing a universal primer to amplify a conserved region across a wide range of eukaryotic species?
How does the wobble hypothesis contribute to the efficiency of translation?
How does the wobble hypothesis contribute to the efficiency of translation?
Flashcards
What is tRNA?
What is tRNA?
Molecule that carries a specific amino acid to the ribosome during protein synthesis.
What is a 'charged' tRNA?
What is a 'charged' tRNA?
A tRNA molecule that has successfully bonded with its corresponding amino acid.
What is aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase?
What is aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase?
Enzyme responsible for attaching the correct amino acid to its corresponding tRNA molecule.
What is the 3' CCA tail?
What is the 3' CCA tail?
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How many aminoacyl-tRNA synthetases are there?
How many aminoacyl-tRNA synthetases are there?
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What is the anticodon loop?
What is the anticodon loop?
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What is the D loop?
What is the D loop?
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What is TψCG loop?
What is TψCG loop?
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Modified Bases in tRNA
Modified Bases in tRNA
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Wobble Hypothesis
Wobble Hypothesis
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Inosine's Role
Inosine's Role
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Prokaryotic 30S Subunit
Prokaryotic 30S Subunit
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Prokaryotic 50S Subunit
Prokaryotic 50S Subunit
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Prokaryotic 70S Ribosome
Prokaryotic 70S Ribosome
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18S rRNA Function
18S rRNA Function
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A Site (Aminoacyl)
A Site (Aminoacyl)
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Shine-Dalgarno Sequence
Shine-Dalgarno Sequence
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IF3 Function
IF3 Function
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IF2-GTP Function
IF2-GTP Function
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fMet
fMet
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First Amino Acid (Eukaryotes)
First Amino Acid (Eukaryotes)
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Study Notes
- Each amino acid is linked to its unique tRNA, also called transfer RNA
- Prokaryotes possess between 30 to 40 distinct tRNAs
- Animals and plants have from 50 to 100 varieties of tRNA
- A charged tRNA is one that has successfully bonded with its corresponding amino acid
- The process of generating a charged tRNA is crucial for translation since the tRNA must carry the correct amino acid to the ribosome for protein synthesis
- Aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase is responsible for the tRNA charging process, which attaches the correct amino acid to the 3' end of the molecule, known as the CCA tail
Aminoacyl-tRNA Synthetases
- There are 20 aminoacyl-tRNA synthetases; one for each amino acid
- Each synthetase recognizes and is specific to one amino acid
- Synthetases recognize all the standard tRNA anticodons for their amino acid
- They recognize all tRNA coding cognates, which include all tRNAs carrying the same amino acid, even those with different anticodons
- Class I synthetases attach the amino acid to the 2' hydroxyl group of the tRNA
- Class II synthetases attach it to the 3' hydroxyl group
- The tRNA charging process is highly conserved across organisms due to its essential role in survival
- 18S rRNA is conserved in eukaryotes, often serving for expression control
tRNA Overview
- tRNAs possess a secondary structure that consists of three loops and a conserved stem
- The anticodon loop is the most important loop, which pairs with the mRNA codon in the translation
- The anticodon loop contains the anticodon, pairing with the complementary codon on the mRNA during translation
- The D Loop contains the dihydrouridine (D) base, which supports tRNA folding and stabilization
- The TΨC Loop includes T (thymine) and Ψ (pseudouridine) bases, which support the tRNA recognition by the ribosome during translation
- The 3' end of the tRNA contains the CCA tail, where the amino acid attaches
- Modified bases such as methylguanine, dimethyl G, inosine, and pseudouracil are contained in tRNAs
- These modifications stabilize the tRNA structure and support proper codon-anticodon recognition
Wobble Hypothesis
- Describes the base pairing flexibility at the third codon position (on the mRNA) and the first anticodon position (on the tRNA)
- A typically pairs with U, and C pairs with G, but G in the anticodon can pair with U in the codon, and U in the anticodon can pair with A or G in the codon
- This enables a single tRNA to recognize multiple codons, improving translation efficiency
- A tRNA with the CCG anticodon can recognize both GGC and GGU codons (both for Glycine) due to the wobble between G and U
- Inosine, a modified base in tRNA, plays a key role in wobble and can pair with A, U, or C, allowing the tRNA to recognize multiple codons
- This flexibility reduces the number of tRNAs needed because one tRNA can match several codons coding for the same amino acid (degeneracy of the genetic code)
Ribosome Structure
- Ribosomes are made of two subunits
- Prokaryotic ribosomes:
- Small subunit (30S) contains 16S rRNA
- Large subunit (50S) contains 23S rRNA and 5S rRNA
- Combine to form a 70S ribosome
- Eukaryotic ribosomes are 80S. They consist of:
- 60S large subunit, which has 28S, 5.8S, and 5S rRNA
- 40S small subunit, which has 18S rRNA
- The 18S rRNA is conserved across all eukaryotes, making it a good marker for gene expression studies
Ribosomal Sites
- A site: Where the incoming charged tRNA enters the ribosome (Aminoacyl site)
- P site: Where the growing polypeptide chain is held (Peptide site)
- E site: Where the tRNA exits after contributing its amino acid (Exit site)
Translation Initiation
- Shine-Dalgarno Sequence: This sequence in the mRNA of prokaryotes helps position the ribosome at the correct start codon (AUG)
- Initiation Factors:
- IF3 binds to the 30S ribosomal subunit and prevents its premature binding with the 50S subunit
- IF1 binds to the 30S subunit together with IF3 and acts as a chaperone to stabilize the binding of the 30S subunit to the mRNA and prevents early tRNA entry into the A site
- IF2-GTP acts as a chaperone to bring the initiator tRNA (charged with fMet) to the 30S subunit
- GTP Hydrolysis:
- IF2-GTP hydrolyzes its GTP, which releases IF3 and facilitates the binding of the 30S and 50S subunits, forming the 70S ribosome, ready for translation
- fMet in Prokaryotes:
- The first amino acid in prokaryotic translation is formylmethionine (fMet), a modified form of methionine
- Eukaryotic translation initiation:
- eIF2 (eukaryotic initiation factor 2) binds GTP and brings the initiator tRNA (Met-tRNA) to the mRNA
- The ribosome begins to assemble at the 5' cap of the mRNA, and translation starts after scanning the mRNA to find the AUG start codon
Prokaryote vs Eukaryote
- Prokaryotes: The first amino acid in protein synthesis is formylmethionine (fMet), a modified form of methionine
- Eukaryotes: The first amino acid is methionine (Met), no formyl group is present
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Each amino acid is linked to a unique tRNA via aminoacyl-tRNA synthetases. These enzymes ensure the correct amino acid is attached to its corresponding tRNA, a process known as tRNA charging. This is crucial for accurate protein synthesis, as the charged tRNA delivers the amino acid to the ribosome.
