Biology Chapter 12: Protein Synthesis
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What is the first step in the transcription process?

  • RNA polymerase binds to the promoter sequence. (correct)
  • The terminator sequence is reached.
  • RNA is synthesized by complementary base pairing.
  • DNA unwinds at the beginning of a gene.

    • Which strand of DNA is transcribed during transcription?

  • The coding strand
  • The sense strand
  • Both DNA strands
  • The anti-sense strand (correct)

    • In what direction does transcription occur?

  • 3' to 3'
  • 3' to 5'
  • 5' to 3' (correct)
  • 5' to 5'

    • What happens when RNA polymerase reaches the terminator sequence?

    <p>Transcription stops.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does polycistronic mRNA mean?

    <p>It contains multiple coding sequences for different proteins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the process of transcription, what occurs at the site of synthesis?

    <p>DNA that has been transcribed rewinds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does RNA polymerase synthesize RNA?

    <p>By adding free nucleotides through complementary base pairing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the ribosomal binding site (RBS) in translation?

    <p>It connects the ribosome to mRNA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary outcome of gene expression alterations due to environmental influences?

    <p>Resulting in abnormalities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about transcription is correct?

    <p>Transcription occurs in the nucleus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of messenger RNA (mRNA) in the process of translation?

    <p>To serve as a template for protein synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes frameshift mutations?

    <p>Result from insertion or deletion of nucleotides.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is responsible for initiating transcription?

    <p>RNA polymerase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the genetic code is accurate?

    <p>A single amino acid can correspond to multiple codons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the start codon in protein synthesis?

    <p>It indicates where to start translating mRNA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of mutation results from the deletion of a single nucleotide?

    <p>Frameshift mutation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of messenger RNA (mRNA) in the protein synthesis process?

    <p>To specify the order of amino acids in a protein.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of a mutation?

    <p>A change in the base sequence of DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately contrasts DNA and RNA?

    <p>RNA has ribose sugar, whereas DNA has deoxyribose sugar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do single-base addition or deletion mutations affect protein products compared to single-base substitutions?

    <p>They shift the reading frame, altering subsequent amino acids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the stability of DNA from that of RNA?

    <p>DNA is highly stable in most cells, while RNA is generally much less stable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is ribosomal RNA (rRNA) primarily located?

    <p>In ribosomes, which can be found in the cytoplasm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are most genes regulated at the level of transcription?

    <p>It minimizes resource utilization by the cell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a downside of transcriptional regulation of gene expression?

    <p>It is a relatively slow process for gene expression control.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of RNA is primarily responsible for directing the synthesis of proteins?

    <p>Messenger RNA (mRNA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the location of RNA is true?

    <p>RNA can be found in the mitochondria and cytosol of eukaryotic cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about mutations is false?

    <p>All mutations lead to harmful effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of their structural composition, what is a key feature of RNA?

    <p>RNA consists of a single polynucleotide strand.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of RNA involved in protein synthesis?

    <p>Nuclear RNA (nRNA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does transfer RNA (tRNA) play in protein synthesis?

    <p>It transports the correct amino acid to the ribosome.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the process of transcription?

    <p>RNA polymerase binds to the promoter sequence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which cellular process are amino acids linked to form proteins?

    <p>Translation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What modification occurs to mRNA after transcription in eukaryotes?

    <p>RNA splicing to remove introns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what direction does transcription proceed?

    <p>5' to 3'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strand of DNA is used as the template during transcription?

    <p>The anti-sense strand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a codon?

    <p>A three-base sequence in mRNA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when RNA polymerase reaches the terminator sequence?

    <p>Transcription stops.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of RNA is produced during transcription?

    <p>mRNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of introns?

    <p>They are transcribed into pre-mRNA but spliced out.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the start codon 'AUG' crucial in translation?

    <p>It codes for the amino acid methionine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about DNA and RNA is true?

    <p>DNA is more stable and serves as the genetic information storehouse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the redundancy of the genetic code mean?

    <p>Some amino acids are encoded by multiple codons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of translation in protein synthesis?

    <p>To convert mRNA sequences into amino acid chains.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many possible codons exist in the genetic code?

    <p>64</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements regarding gene expression is incorrect?

    <p>Only genes coding for proteins undergo transcription.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Overview of Chapter 12

    • The chapter focuses on the process of converting genetic information into proteins.
    • This process involves two main stages: transcription and translation.
    • RNA plays a crucial role in both stages, acting as an intermediary between DNA and proteins.

    Transcription

    • Synthesis of a complementary mRNA strand from a DNA template.
    • Begins when RNA polymerase binds to a promoter sequence on DNA.
    • Proceeds in the 5' to 3' direction (anti-sense strand).
    • Stops when RNA polymerase reaches the terminator sequence on DNA.
    • Occurs in the nucleus.
    • RNA polymerase synthesizes RNA using one strand of DNA as a template.

    RNA Structure

    • RNA is a polymer of nucleotides, like DNA.
    • RNA is single-stranded.
    • RNA uses ribose sugar instead of deoxyribose.
    • RNA uses uracil (U) instead of thymine (T).

    RNA Types and Functions

    • mRNA (messenger RNA): Specifies the order of amino acids in a protein.
    • rRNA (ribosomal RNA): Main component of ribosomes; assists in making covalent bonds between amino acids.
    • tRNA (transfer RNA): Transports the correct amino acid to the ribosome.

    Translation

    • Converting a sequence of bases in mRNA to a sequence of amino acids in a protein.
    • Occurs at the ribosomes, which are made up of proteins and rRNA.
    • Codons of mRNA are "read" sequentially.
    • tRNA molecules transport the required amino acids to the ribosome.
      • tRNA molecules have an anticodon that pairs with the codon.
    • Amino acids are joined by peptide bonds.

    Key Points from the Chapters

    • Translation of mRNA starts at a sequence called the Shine-Dalgarno sequence.
    • Translation ends at nonsense codons: UAA, UAG, or UGA.
    • 61 sense codons code for the 20 amino acids.
    • The genetic code is highly specific.
    • The genetic code is unambiguous, meaning each codon specifies only one amino acid.
    • The genetic code is redundant, meaning multiple codons can specify the same amino acid.
    • The genetic code is virtually universal.
    • In eukaryotes, mRNA is chemically modified after transcription.

    Additional Details/Concepts

    • Transcription in prokaryotes
      • mRNA can be polycistronic
    • Post-transcriptional processing
      • Modifies mRNA, RNA splicing.
    • Mutations
      • Changes in the base sequence of DNA.
      • Single base addition or deletion is likely to alter the protein product more than a single-base substitution.
    • Genetic Code redundancy and the number of codons.
    • Environmental influences on gene expression can alter gene expression and lead to abnormalities, such as cyclopia.
    • RNA-only genes exist to make RNA other than mRNA and have specific functions other than coding proteins.

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