Biology Chapter on Protein Synthesis
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What is the first step in the elongation stage of protein synthesis?

  • The empty tRNA is released from the ribosome from the E site.
  • Met-tRNA (initiator tRNA) is bound to the P site. The A site is empty. (correct)
  • The ribosome moves along the mRNA to the next codon.
  • The second tRNA, with an appropriate anticodon and amino acid (AA2), binds to the codon in the A site of the ribosome.

    • The codon UAA is a stop codon.

    True

    What is the name of the enzyme that catalyzes the formation of a peptide bond between amino acids during protein synthesis?

    peptidyl transferase

    A permanent change in the nucleotide sequence of a cell’s DNA is called a ______.

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

    Match the following types of mutations with their descriptions:

    <p>Point mutation = A change in a single nucleotide within a gene Chromosomal mutation = A large-scale mutation that may affect multiple genes Deletion = The removal of one or more nucleotides from a gene Insertion = The addition of one or more nucleotides to a gene Substitution = The replacement of one nucleotide with another in a gene Inversion = A segment of DNA is reversed within a chromosome Translocation = A segment of DNA is moved from one chromosome to another Duplication = A segment of DNA is copied and inserted into a chromosome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a stop codon?

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

    What is the role of a protein release factor in protein synthesis?

    <p>To bind to a stop codon in the A site and release the polypeptide chain from the tRNA at the P site.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mutagens are agents that cause an increase in the rate of mutations.

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

    Given a DNA sequence of 5’-CCTAGAA-3’, what would the complementary strand read?

    <p>3’ GGATCTT 5’</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The leading and lagging strands during DNA replication are identical copies of each other.

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

    What is the primary purpose of DNA transcription within a cell?

    <p>To convert DNA to RNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During protein synthesis, DNA must first be converted to ______.

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

    Which of the following best describes the role of hemoglobin?

    <p>Transport of oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of proteins with their function:

    <p>Myosin = Muscular contraction Insulin = Hormonal regulation Immunoglobulin = Protection Keratin = Structural support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When cells need a particular protein, they need to produce thousands or even _______ of copies.

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

    If a leading strand has the sequence 5’-CGCATGTAGCGA-3’, what is the sequence of the complementary parent strand?

    <p>3’-GCGTACATCGCT-5’</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a leading strand has the sequence 5’-CGCATGTAGCGA-3’, what is the sequence of the lagging strand sequence?

    <p>3’-GCGTACATCGCT-5’</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which molecule acts as an intermediary between DNA and the ribosomes?

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

    Transcription ends when RNA polymerase does not recognize a termination sequence.

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

    What is the function of tRNA?

    <p>Transfer RNA (tRNA) delivers amino acids to ribosomes during protein synthesis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT directly involved in the process of transcription?

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

    Ribosomal RNA (rRNA) bind with ________ to form the ribosomes.

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

    Match the following RNA types with their function:

    <p>mRNA = Carries genetic code from DNA to ribosomes tRNA = Delivers amino acids to ribosomes rRNA = Forms the structure of ribosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pre-mRNA is ready to leave the nucleus immediately after being synthesized.

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

    Which of the following is a key difference between DNA and RNA?

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

    RNA polymerase requires a primer to begin transcription.

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

    What is the function of the promoter in transcription?

    <p>The promoter is a nucleotide sequence that allows for the binding of RNA polymerase to begin transcription.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In RNA, adenine pairs with ______.

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

    Match the following terms with their description.

    <p>Transcription = The process of copying DNA into RNA. Promoter = A nucleotide sequence located just before a gene where RNA polymerase binds. Coding Strand = The DNA strand that has the same sequence as the new RNA molecule. RNA Polymerase = The enzyme responsible for building the RNA molecule during transcription.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which direction is the new RNA molecule synthesized?

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

    The coding strand of DNA is used as the template for RNA synthesis.

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

    Why do promoters often have A-T rich sequences?

    <p>A-T base pairs have only two hydrogen bonds, requiring less energy for RNA polymerase to open the DNA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 3' poly(A) tail added to pre-mRNA?

    <p>To protect from enzymes in the cytosol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Introns are coding sequences of DNA or RNA.

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

    What is the main function of a spliceosome?

    <p>To remove introns from mRNA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The sequence that helps ribosomes recognize the initial attachment site on mRNA is called the 5' ______.

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

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Codon = Three consecutive nucleotides that correspond to an amino acid Anticodon = The complementary base pair sequence on a tRNA Exon = Coding sequence of a gene Intron = Non-coding sequence of a gene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Alternative splicing allows for the production of:

    <p>Multiple proteins from a single gene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    TRNA molecules are typically long sequences of 500-1000 nucleotides.

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

    What does the term 'spliceosome' refer to?

    <p>An enzyme-protein complex that removes introns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the anticodon of tRNA that pairs with the given codon?

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

    The third nucleotide in the mRNA codons always determines the specific tRNA required for amino acid delivery.

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

    What is the process by which a tRNA molecule binds to its corresponding amino acid called?

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

    Translation begins when the large and small ribosomal subunits interact with an mRNA molecule and the first _______ binds to the AUG start codon.

    <p>aminoacyl-tRNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which specialized tRNA is used during the initiation of translation?

    <p>tRNA for methionine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the ribosomal sites with their functions:

    <p>A site = Binds incoming aminoacyl-tRNA P site = Holds the growing polypeptide chain E site = Exit site for tRNA after delivering the amino acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many different amino acids are delivered by tRNA according to the wobble hypothesis?

    <p>20</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during the scanning process in translation initiation?

    <p>The initiator complex moves along the mRNA until it reaches the AUG start codon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    DNA Replication Review

    • Given a DNA sequence 5'-CCTAGAA-3', the complementary strand is 3'-GGATCTT-5'.
    • Given a DNA sequence 5'-CGCATGTAGCGA-3', the complementary strand is 3'-GCGTACATCGC-5'.
    • Given a DNA sequence 5'-CGCATGTAGCGA-3', the lagging strand would have the sequence 5'-TCG-3'.

    Transcription

    • DNA is converted to RNA to synthesize proteins
    • DNA cannot be directly translated to proteins
    • Transcription is the process where DNA information is copied into RNA

    Transcription Differences: Eukaryotes vs. Prokaryotes

    • Eukaryotes: Transcription occurs in the nucleus. Multiple RNA polymerases are involved. Pre-mRNA is transcribed, then processed. Introns are removed, and exons are joined together.
    • Prokaryotes: Transcription occurs in the cytoplasm. One RNA polymerase transcribes all genes. mRNA is translated directly. No introns to remove.

    Transcription - Initiation

    • RNA polymerase binds to the DNA, unwinding it.
    • The enzyme binds to a promoter sequence.
    • Promoters are sequences on the DNA strand that allow RNA polymerase to attach (this sequence varies slightly).
    • Eukaryotes contain TATA boxes, Prokaryotes contain TATAAT sequences.

    Transcription - Elongation

    • RNA polymerase does not need a primer.
    • RNA is produced in the 5' to 3' direction
    • The template strand is read 3' to 5'.
    • As RNA polymerase moves, DNA unwinds.
    • Multiple RNA polymerase molecules can bind.

    Transcription - Termination

    • Transcription ends when RNA polymerase recognizes a termination sequence.
    • A termination sequence is a specific set of bases that signals to RNA polymerase to stop and release the new RNA strand.

    Different Types of RNA

    • mRNA: Carries genetic information from DNA to ribosomes. Varies in length, depending on the length of the gene.
    • tRNA: Delivers amino acids to ribosomes. Transports specific amino acids. Short; 70 to 90 nucleotides per unit.
    • rRNA: Forms ribosomes, where protein synthesis occurs. Binds with proteins to form ribosomes; length varies.

    Post-Transcriptional Modifications

    • Newly synthesized pre-mRNA is not ready to leave the nucleus.
    • Modifications include:
      • 5' cap (7G's): Protects mRNA.
      • 3' poly(A) tail: Prevents degradation.
    • Removes introns, joins exons.

    Spliceosome

    • Splicesosome is an enzyme complex removing introns in pre-mRNA.
    • Several snRNPs aid the spliceosome.

    Alternative Splicing

    • Exons can be joined together in different combinations in RNA, creating multiple possible polypeptides.
    • Alternative splicing allows for multiple proteins to develop from a single gene.
    • This is a method for creating multiple possible polypeptides from a single gene.

    DNA Mutations

    • A mutation is a permanent change in the DNA nucleotide sequence.
    • Chromosomal mutations: Large-scale changes affect multiple genes (deletions, duplications, inversions, translocations).
    • Single-gene mutations: Point mutations affect single genes, affecting function (substitutions, insertions, deletions of single base pairs).
    • Mutagens: Increase the rate of DNA changes (transposons, chemicals, radiations).

    Codon Chart

    • A codon is three consecutive nucleotides coding for an amino acid.
    • The codon chart translates codons into amino acids.

    Translation

    • The process of transferring genetic information into an amino acid sequence
    • Translation is the biological process of producing proteins according to the instructions made in mRNA.

    Translation Steps: Initiation, Elongation, and Termination

    • Initiation: Ribosomes interact with mRNA and the first tRNA.
    • Elongation: tRNA bring amino acids to the ribosome, forming a polypeptide chain.
    • Termination: Recognition of a stop codon signals release of the polypeptide chain and ribosome disassembles.

    Ribosome Structure

    • Ribosomes are large complex structures composed of rRNA and ribosomal proteins.
    • Ribosomes have binding sites for mRNA and tRNA molecules.

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