Mastering Translation Ribosomes

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Which molecules act as adapters between the codons in mRNA and the amino acids during translation?

  • mRNA
  • Amino acids
  • Transfer RNAs (correct)
  • Ribosomes

What is the function of glycine tRNA synthetase?

  • To attach glycine to mRNA
  • To attach glycine to tRNA (correct)
  • To attach tRNA to mRNA
  • To attach tRNA to ribosomes

What is the purpose of the wobble position on tRNA?

  • To allow any given anticodon to recognize more than one codon (correct)
  • To prevent tRNA from binding to mRNA
  • To ensure accurate translation
  • To control the rate of translation

What is the structure of tRNA?

<p>Single-stranded (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it possible for cells to have fewer tRNA types than the number of sense codons?

<p>Because tRNA can recognize multiple codons (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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