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What is the role of DNA in instructing the cell?
DNA carries a code that instructs the cell about the type of protein it should make.
Explain the significance of the genetic code being a triplet code.
The genetic code being a triplet code means that every three bases indicate one amino acid.
How does the sequence of bases in a gene influence protein synthesis?
The sequence of bases in a gene is the genetic code for putting together amino acids in the correct order to make a specific protein.
How do enzymes control the feature of an organism?
Enzymes, which are proteins, control the metabolic reactions in the cells that influence the organism's features.
Why are antibodies important for organisms?
Antibodies are proteins with a specific shape that determines the type of antigen they bind, contributing to the organism's immune response.
What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?
mRNA carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome for protein synthesis.
Explain the function of ribosomes in the process of protein synthesis.
Ribosomes are responsible for translating the mRNA code into a specific sequence of amino acids to form a protein.
What is the significance of DNA transcription in gene expression?
DNA transcription is the process of creating an RNA copy of a gene, which is essential for protein synthesis.
How does the nuclear envelope play a role in gene expression?
The nuclear envelope regulates the transport of mRNA from the nucleus to the cytoplasm where protein synthesis occurs.
Explain the importance of pre-mRNA processing in eukaryotic cells.
Pre-mRNA processing involves modifications like splicing and capping to produce mature mRNA for translation.
Explore how genes affect organisms' features by carrying codes that instruct cells to make specific proteins. Understand how the sequence of bases in a gene determines the sequence of amino acids in a protein, ultimately impacting the protein's structure and function.
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