Protein Synthesis Overview

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What does DNA stand for?

Deoxyribonucleic Acid

What is transcription in protein synthesis?

The process of copying DNA by RNA polymerase to create an mRNA molecule.

What does mRNA stand for?

Messenger RNA

What is the nucleus?

The control center of the cell that stores DNA. Signup and view all the answers

What is cytoplasm?

The jelly-like substance in which all the organelles are suspended. Signup and view all the answers

What does tRNA stand for?

Transfer RNA Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a ribosome?

To make proteins. Signup and view all the answers

What is a polypeptide?

A chain of amino acids. Signup and view all the answers

What are amino acids?

Monomers of a protein. Signup and view all the answers

What is a codon?

Three sequential nucleotides found on an mRNA molecule. Signup and view all the answers

What is an anticodon?

Three sequential nucleotides found on a tRNA molecule. Signup and view all the answers

Where does transcription take place?

In the nucleus. Signup and view all the answers

Where does translation occur?

In the cytoplasm on a ribosome. Signup and view all the answers

What is RNA polymerase?

An enzyme that copies DNA into RNA during transcription. Signup and view all the answers

What does the central dogma theory describe?

DNA -> RNA -> Protein. Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of transcription?

DNA -> RNA (mRNA). Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of translation?

RNA -> Protein. Signup and view all the answers

What are peptide bonds?

Bonds that connect amino acids together to form a polypeptide. Signup and view all the answers

What are the base pairing rules for DNA to RNA during transcription?

A -> U, T -> A, C -> G. Signup and view all the answers

What are the RNA to RNA base pairing rules during translation?

A -> U, C -> G. Signup and view all the answers

What is transcription?

Synthesis of an RNA molecule from a DNA template. Signup and view all the answers

What is translation?

The process whereby genetic information coded in messenger RNA directs the formation of a specific protein at a ribosome in the cytoplasm. Signup and view all the answers

What is tRNA?

A type of RNA that carries amino acids to the ribosome. Signup and view all the answers

What is an anticodon?

A group of three bases on a tRNA molecule that are complementary to an mRNA codon. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Protein Synthesis Overview

DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid): The genetic material located in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells.
Transcription: The first step of protein synthesis; involves copying DNA into messenger RNA (mRNA) using RNA polymerase.
mRNA (Messenger RNA): Acts as a copy of DNA’s instructions, crucial for protein synthesis.
Nucleus: The control center of the cell, responsible for storing and managing DNA.
Cytoplasm: Gel-like substance within cells where organelles are suspended and where translation occurs.
tRNA (Transfer RNA): Delivers amino acids from the cytoplasm to the ribosome, essential for translating mRNA into proteins.
Ribosome: An organelle that synthesizes proteins by following instructions carried by mRNA.
Polypeptide: A chain of amino acids linked together, forming proteins.
Amino Acid: The basic building blocks (monomers) of proteins.
Codon: A sequence of three nucleotides on mRNA that codes for a specific amino acid.
Anticodon: A sequence of three nucleotides on tRNA that pairs with a complementary codon on mRNA.
Transcription Location: Occurs in the nucleus.
Translation Location: Takes place in the cytoplasm on ribosomes.
RNA Polymerase: The enzyme responsible for transforming DNA into RNA during transcription.
Central Dogma Theory: Describes the flow of genetic information: DNA -> RNA -> Protein.
Transcription: The process of synthesizing mRNA from a DNA template.
Translation: The conversion of mRNA into a polypeptide chain according to genetic instructions.
Peptide Bond: The chemical bond that links amino acids to form polypeptides.
DNA to RNA Base Pairing Rules: In transcription, adenine pairs with uracil (A -> U), thymine pairs with adenine (T -> A), and cytosine pairs with guanine (C <-> G).
RNA to RNA Base Pairing Rules: In translation, adenine pairs with uracil (A -> U) and cytosine pairs with guanine (C <-> G).

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This quiz explores the key terms related to the process of protein synthesis, including DNA, transcription, and mRNA. Test your understanding of how genetic information is converted into proteins through various steps in the cellular nucleus.