Protein Synthesis Overview
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What do the letters A, C, T, and G represent in DNA?

  • Nucleotide bases (correct)
  • Codons
  • Amino acids
  • Proteins

What is the role of tRNA in the translation process?

  • To form the ribosome.
  • To produce nucleotide sequences.
  • To transcribe DNA into mRNA.
  • To transport amino acids to ribosomes. (correct)

Which step in the translation process involves the ribosome sandwiching mRNA?

  • Initiation (correct)
  • Elongation
  • Termination
  • Codon recognition

What is the main purpose of DNA in relation to proteins?

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Which base is found in RNA that is not present in DNA?

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What is the first step of protein synthesis?

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What does the RNA polymerase bind to during the initiation of transcription?

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What type of RNA is produced during transcription?

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

Which sequence of transcription steps is correct?

<p>Initiation, Elongation, Termination (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does RNA polymerase contribute to the process of transcription?

<p>It separates DNA strands and synthesizes RNA. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the mRNA molecule go after transcription is completed?

<p>To the ribosomes for protein synthesis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a silent mutation?

<p>A mutation that does not change the sequence of amino acids in a protein. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a missense mutation?

<p>It changes one amino acid in the protein sequence. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a nonsense mutation?

<p>A mutation that changes a codon into a stop codon. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact does a missense mutation have on the tertiary structure of a protein?

<p>It can potentially alter the protein's shape and function. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What initiates the translation process in protein synthesis?

<p>The assembly of the ribosome around the mRNA (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do point mutations affect the genetic code?

<p>They can result in silent, missense, or nonsense mutations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are not all mutations harmful?

<p>Some mutations can enhance genetic diversity and adaptability. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During elongation, how is the amino acid chain related to the codon on the mRNA?

<p>Each codon corresponds to a specific tRNA that carries a matching amino acid (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What triggers the termination of translation?

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What is an indel mutation?

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What are expanding triple nucleotide repeats?

<p>They are mutations that can lead to various genetic disorders. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a stop codon?

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What happens to the newly formed polypeptide chain after termination?

<p>It may undergo folding and processing before becoming functional (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What process takes place during elongation in translation?

<p>Linking of the polypeptide chain to the amino acid of the tRNA (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the initiation complex is true?

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How does a ribosome identify a stop codon?

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What is a consequence of a nonsense mutation?

<p>It results in a truncated protein that is usually degraded. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is commonly associated with a nonsense mutation?

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What occurs when nucleotide base pairs are inserted or deleted in multiples other than three?

<p>The genetic code is altered, causing a frameshift. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does an expanding triple nucleotide repeat affect individuals genetically predisposed to Huntington disease?

<p>It causes increased CAG triplets, delaying symptom onset. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of insertions or deletions of a triplet of base pairs?

<p>It leads to the addition or loss of an entire amino acid. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about mutations is true?

<p>Mutations can lead to the formation of different alleles. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary consequence of a frameshift mutation?

<p>It alters the primary and potentially tertiary structure of the protein. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What mutation is responsible for the pale eye pigmentation seen in some human populations?

<p>A beneficial mutation that resulted in blue eyes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the template strand during elongation?

<p>It acts as a template for RNA polymerase to build RNA. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does RNA polymerase synthesize the RNA molecule?

<p>By pairing each DNA base with a corresponding RNA base. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What component is present in RNA but not in DNA?

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What signals the termination of RNA transcription?

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What must occur to eukaryotic pre-mRNA before it can be translated?

<p>It must have its ends modified and introns spliced out. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to introns during the splicing process in eukaryotic pre-mRNA?

<p>They are removed from the transcript. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the 5' cap and 3' poly-A tail in eukaryotic pre-mRNA?

<p>To stabilize the mRNA and facilitate its export and translation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Transcription

The process of copying genetic information from DNA to mRNA.

Initiation (Transcription)

The first step in transcription where RNA polymerase binds to the promoter region of a gene.

Elongation (Transcription)

The second step in transcription where RNA polymerase moves along the DNA template, creating a complementary mRNA strand.

Termination (Transcription)

The final step in transcription where RNA polymerase detaches from the DNA template and the newly transcribed mRNA molecule is released.

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Promoter Sequence

A specific DNA sequence recognized by RNA polymerase, initiating transcription.

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Messenger RNA (mRNA)

A type of RNA molecule that carries the genetic code from DNA to the ribosomes, where proteins are synthesized.

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RNA Polymerase

The main enzyme involved in transcription, responsible for reading the DNA template and synthesizing mRNA.

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Uracil (U)

The molecule that replaces thymine (T) in RNA.

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Template strand

One of the two DNA strands that serves as a template for RNA polymerase during transcription.

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Coding strand

The other DNA strand that is not used as a template.

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Terminators

Sequences of nucleotides in the DNA template strand that signal the end of transcription.

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RNA transcript

The RNA molecule that is synthesized during transcription.

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mRNA (messenger RNA)

RNA molecule that is ready to be translated into protein in bacteria.

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Pre-mRNA

The initial RNA transcript in eukaryotes that needs further processing before it can be translated.

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5' cap

A chemical cap added to the 5' end of eukaryotic pre-mRNA.

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What are A, C, T, and G in DNA?

Adenine (A), Cytosine (C), Thymine (T), and Guanine (G) are the four nitrogenous bases that make up DNA. They are the building blocks of the genetic code.

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Compare the percentage values of A, C, T, and G across different organisms.

The percentages of A, C, T, and G in DNA vary slightly across different organisms. This variation is due to differences in the genetic makeup of each organism.

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Explain the observed near-equal percentages of A and T, and C and G across different organisms.

Chargaff's rule states that in DNA, the amount of adenine (A) is always equal to the amount of thymine (T), and the amount of cytosine (C) is always equal to the amount of guanine (G). This rule explains the observed near-equal percentages of A and T, and C and G in the DNA of different organisms.

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Compare the percentage values of A, C, T, and G for human skin cells and intestinal cells.

The percentage values of A, C, T, and G in the two human cell types (skin and intestinal) are almost identical. This is due to the fact that both cells have the same genetic material.

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Explain the near-identical percentages of A, C, T, and G for different cells of the same individual.

The near-identical percentages of A, C, T, and G in different cells of the same individual are a result of DNA replication. During replication, the existing DNA is copied accurately, ensuring that all cells inherit the same genetic information.

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What could be the results with cells from another human being?

Cells from a different human being would likely have slightly different percentages of A, C, T, and G compared to the individual analyzed. These differences are due to variations in the genetic makeup of individuals.

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Silent mutation

A change in the DNA sequence that does not alter the amino acid sequence of the protein.

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Missense mutation

A change in the DNA sequence that results in the substitution of one amino acid for another in the protein.

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Nonsense mutation

A change in the DNA sequence that introduces a premature stop codon into the mRNA, leading to a truncated and usually non-functional protein.

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Indel mutation

The insertion or deletion of one or more nucleotides in the DNA sequence, altering the reading frame and potentially changing the amino acid sequence of the protein.

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Expanding triple nucleotide repeats

A type of mutation involving an increase in the number of copies of a three-nucleotide repeat sequence within a gene.

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Point mutation

A mutation that occurs at a single nucleotide base within a gene.

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Tertiary structure

The three-dimensional structure of a protein, determined by its amino acid sequence and interactions between amino acids.

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Frameshift Mutation

A mutation that occurs when one or more nucleotides are inserted or deleted from a gene, shifting the reading frame and altering the amino acid sequence.

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Triple Nucleotide Insertion/Deletion

A mutation that occurs when a triplet of base pairs is inserted or deleted from a gene, resulting in the addition or loss of an amino acid, but without a frameshift.

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Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

A genetic disease caused by a nonsense mutation.

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Thalassaemia

A genetic disorder caused by a frameshift mutation due to deletions of nucleotide bases.

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Huntington Disease

A genetic disorder caused by an expanding triple nucleotide repeat.

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Beneficial Mutations

Mutations that are beneficial and contribute to the process of evolution. They can lead to new traits and adaptations.

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Initiation (Translation)

Ribosomes assemble around mRNA and the first tRNA (carrying methionine) binds to the start codon (AUG). This marks the beginning of protein synthesis.

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Elongation (Translation)

The stage where a growing amino acid chain is built. The mRNA is read one codon at a time, and each corresponding amino acid is added to the chain.

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Termination (Translation)

The final stage where the completed polypeptide chain is released from the ribosome. It starts when a stop codon (UAG, UAA, or UGA) is encountered on the mRNA.

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Codon

A three-nucleotide sequence on mRNA that codes for a specific amino acid.

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Stop Codon

A sequence of three nucleotides in mRNA that signals the end of protein synthesis. It tells the ribosome to release the polypeptide chain.

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Start Codon

The first codon in a messenger RNA (mRNA) sequence. It signals the start of translation.

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Polypeptide Chain

A sequence of amino acids linked together by peptide bonds. It is the building block of proteins.

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Protein Synthesis

The process by which a cell reads the genetic code in DNA to produce a protein.

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Study Notes

Protein Synthesis Overview

  • Protein synthesis is the process of creating proteins from genetic information.
  • It involves two main stages: transcription and translation.
  • Key players in protein synthesis include DNA, mRNA, tRNA, and ribosomes.

DNA Transcription

  • DNA transcription is the first step in protein synthesis.
  • It's the process of copying a gene's DNA sequence into a complementary mRNA molecule.
  • RNA polymerase is the enzyme responsible for this process.
  • During transcription, the DNA double helix unwinds, and one strand acts as the template.
  • Complementary RNA nucleotides are added to the template strand.
  • The final product is a pre-mRNA molecule, which may undergo modifications before becoming mature mRNA.

RNA Translation

  • RNA translation takes place in the cytoplasm.
  • mRNA carries the genetic code from the nucleus to the ribosome.
  • tRNA molecules bring amino acids to the ribosome.
  • Ribosomes read the mRNA codons and match them to tRNA anticodon sequences, ensuring the correct amino acids are linked, through peptide bonds, to build a polypeptide chain.
  • The polypeptide chain folds into a specific 3D structure to form the functional protein.

Important Concepts

  • Transcription occurs in the nucleus and translation occurs in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells.
  • Codons are three-nucleotide sequences on mRNA.
  • Anticodons are three-nucleotide sequences on tRNA.
  • Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.
  • mRNA carries the genetic code.

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This quiz covers the fundamental processes of protein synthesis, including DNA transcription and RNA translation. You'll learn about the key components involved, such as DNA, mRNA, tRNA, and ribosomes. Test your understanding of how genetic information is transformed into functional proteins.

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