Molecular Biology: DNA and Protein Synthesis
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What is the purpose of recombinant DNA technology?

  • To transfer genetic information between organisms (correct)
  • To isolate DNA fragments
  • To sequence DNA
  • To analyze protein structures

    • All mutations lead to a phenotypic change in an organism.

    False

    Which nitrogenous base is found in RNA but not in DNA?

  • Adenine
  • Thymine
  • Cytosine
  • Uracil (correct)

    • What phase of the cell cycle involves DNA replication?

    <p>S phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During metaphase, chromosomes align along the __________.

    <p>equatorial plate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During DNA replication, both strands of the original DNA molecule are copied completely.

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

    Which process forms two daughter cells?

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

    What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

    <p>mRNA carries coded information from DNA to ribosomes for protein synthesis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the process of ____ synthesis, ribosomes translate the mRNA code into a sequence of amino acids.

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

    Match the phases of mitosis to their descriptions:

    <p>Prophase = Chromatin condenses and mitotic spindle forms Metaphase = Chromosomes align along the equatorial plate Anaphase = Sister chromatids separate and move to opposite poles Telophase = Nuclear membrane reforms around decondensed chromosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the process of transcription?

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

    What is a frameshift mutation?

    <p>A mutation that shifts the reading frame of the genetic code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Crossing over occurs during Meiosis II.

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

    The central dogma of molecular biology states that information flows from DNA to RNA to proteins.

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

    What is the function of the promoter region in DNA?

    <p>The promoter region serves as a binding site for RNA polymerase to initiate transcription.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their correct descriptions:

    <p>DNA = Double-stranded molecule storing genetic information RNA = Single-stranded molecule involved in protein synthesis tRNA = Transfers amino acids to ribosomes during translation mRNA = Carries genetic information from DNA to ribosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during anaphase I of meiosis?

    <p>Chromatid pairs of each tetrad move to opposite poles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Telophase I results in four daughter cells.

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

    What are the final products of meiosis II?

    <p>Four haploid cells called monads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During non-disjunction, ____ chromosomes move to the same pole, leading to an extra chromosome in one daughter cell.

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

    Match the chromosomal conditions to their corresponding syndromes:

    <p>Trisomy 21 = Down's syndrome Trisomy 18 = Edward's syndrome Monosomy X = Turner’s syndrome XXY = Klinefelter’s syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true regarding the genotype of an organism?

    <p>It is the set of genes that an organism carries for a specific trait</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Trisomy X refers to females having an extra X chromosome.

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

    What term describes the cycling between diploid (2N) and haploid (N) generations?

    <p>Alternation of generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Molecular Biology (DNA and Protein Synthesis)

    • DNA is composed of two strands of nucleotides.
    • Nucleotides consist of a phosphate, sugar, and a nitrogenous base (Adenine, Thymine, Guanine, Cytosine).
    • RNA is a single strand of nucleotides.
    • Uracil replaces thymine in RNA's nitrogenous bases.

    The Central Dogma

    • The central dogma outlines the process of how DNA directs protein synthesis.
    • DNA replicates to create new DNA molecules.
    • DNA is transcribed into mRNA.
    • mRNA migrates to the cytoplasm.
    • mRNA carries the genetic code to ribosomes for translation.
    • Translation results in protein synthesis using the genetic code on mRNA.

    DNA Replication

    • DNA replication is a semi-conservative process.
    • Each original strand serves as a template for a new strand.
    • DNA polymerase III synthesizes a new complementary strand.
    • Each new DNA molecule contains one original and one newly synthesized strand.

    mRNA Synthesis (Transcription)

    • RNA polymerase uses a DNA strand as a template.
    • Transcription begins at a promoter region on the DNA.
    • mRNA is synthesized in the 5' to 3' direction.
    • Transcription ends at a termination sequence.
    • The resulting mRNA molecule moves to the cytoplasm.

    Protein Synthesis (Translation)

    • Ribosomes read the mRNA in codons (three nucleotides).
    • Each codon codes for a specific amino acid.
    • tRNA molecules carry amino acids to the ribosomes.
    • Amino acids are linked together to form a polypeptide chain (protein).
    • The polypeptide chain starts at a start codon and ends at a stop codon, creating a protein.

    Recombinant DNA Technology

    • This involves transferring genetic material from one organism to another.
    • The aim is to get the engineered cell to create a specific protein.
    • DNA restriction enzymes cut DNA strands.
    • DNA ligase then glues the strands together.

    Cell Division (Mitosis and Meiosis)

    • Mitosis is nuclear division.
    • Cytokinesis is cytoplasm division.
    • Interphase is the growth phase, including G1 (growth), S (synthesis), and G2 (growth).
    • DNA replication occurs during the S phase.
    • Mitosis is divided into prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.
    • Meiosis produces gametes (sex cells).
    • Meiosis involves two cell divisions to reduce the chromosome number to half.
    • Meiosis is essential for sexual reproduction.

    Polygenic Traits

    • Inherited traits affected by more than one gene.
    • Examples include human hair color, skin color, and height.
    • Epistatic genes can mask the expression of other genes.

    Sex Linkage

    • Traits linked to sex chromosomes (X or Y).
    • The inheritance patterns differ between males and females due to the presence of one X chromosome in females and an X and a Y chromosome in males.

    Gene Linkage

    • Linked genes tend to be inherited together during gamete formation.
    • Crossing over can separate linked genes in meiosis.
    • Recombinant gametes are formed with different combinations of genes from parents.

    The Endocrine System

    • Hormones are chemical messengers produced and released by glands.
    • The hypothalamus and pituitary glands control other endocrine glands.
    • Hormones play critical roles in various bodily functions, such as growth, metabolism, reproduction, and response to stress.

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