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What is a key function of rRNA in the process of protein synthesis?
What is a key function of rRNA in the process of protein synthesis?
What is the primary function of the Shine-Dalgarno sequence in prokaryotic translation?
What is the primary function of the Shine-Dalgarno sequence in prokaryotic translation?
In prokaryotic translation initiation, what is the first step?
In prokaryotic translation initiation, what is the first step?
What is the result of the binding of the large ribosomal subunit to the 30S initiation complex?
What is the result of the binding of the large ribosomal subunit to the 30S initiation complex?
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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic ribosomes?
What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic ribosomes?
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What is the role of the initiator tRNA in translation initiation?
What is the role of the initiator tRNA in translation initiation?
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What is the function of the 30s ribosomal subunit in prokaryotic translation initiation?
What is the function of the 30s ribosomal subunit in prokaryotic translation initiation?
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What is the significance of the AUG sequence in translation initiation?
What is the significance of the AUG sequence in translation initiation?
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What is the energy source for the binding of the large ribosomal subunit to the 30S initiation complex?
What is the energy source for the binding of the large ribosomal subunit to the 30S initiation complex?
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What is the role of the small ribosomal subunit in protein synthesis?
What is the role of the small ribosomal subunit in protein synthesis?
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What is the structure of the ribosome during protein synthesis?
What is the structure of the ribosome during protein synthesis?
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What is the purpose of the initiation complex in translation initiation?
What is the purpose of the initiation complex in translation initiation?
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What is the function of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) in protein synthesis?
What is the function of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) in protein synthesis?
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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic ribosomes?
What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic ribosomes?
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What is the structure of the ribosome composed of?
What is the structure of the ribosome composed of?
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What is the function of the P-site in the ribosome?
What is the function of the P-site in the ribosome?
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What is the function of the Esite in the ribosome?
What is the function of the Esite in the ribosome?
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How many sites does the ribosome have?
How many sites does the ribosome have?
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Study Notes
Ribosomal RNA (rRNA) Function
- rRNA serves as a catalyst for peptide bond formation between amino acids during protein synthesis.
Shine-Dalgarno Sequence
- The Shine-Dalgarno sequence, found in prokaryotes, is responsible for aligning the mRNA with the small ribosomal subunit.
Prokaryotic Translation Initiation: First Step
- The first step in prokaryotic translation initiation involves binding of the small ribosomal subunit (30S) to the mRNA, guided by the Shine-Dalgarno sequence.
Large Ribosomal Subunit Binding
- The binding of the large ribosomal subunit (50S) to the 30S initiation complex results in a complete ribosome, ready to start protein synthesis.
Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic Ribosomes
- Prokaryotic and eukaryotic ribosomes differ in their size and composition. Prokaryotes have 70S ribosomes (30S and 50S subunits), while eukaryotes have 80S ribosomes (40S and 60S subunits).
Initiator tRNA Role
- The initiator tRNA, carrying the amino acid methionine (Met), binds to the start codon (AUG) on the mRNA.
30S Ribosomal Subunit Function
- The 30S ribosomal subunit in prokaryotes facilitates the binding of mRNA and initiator tRNA, forming the 30S initiation complex.
AUG Sequence Significance
- The AUG sequence is crucial in translation as it is the start codon, signaling the initiation of protein synthesis.
Large Ribosomal Subunit Binding Energy Source
- GTP (guanosine triphosphate) provides the energy for the binding of the large ribosomal subunit to the 30S initiation complex.
Small Ribosomal Subunit Function
- The small ribosomal subunit (30S) acts as the primary binding site for mRNA during translation initiation.
Ribosome Structure during Protein Synthesis
- The ribosome adopts an elongated structure during protein synthesis, consisting of a large subunit (50S/60S) and a small subunit (30S/40S).
Initiation Complex Purpose
- The initiation complex formed during translation, consisting of mRNA, initiator tRNA, and the small ribosomal subunit, is essential for accurately aligning the mRNA with the ribosome.
rRNA Function in Protein Synthesis
- rRNA plays a critical structural role in the ribosome and possesses catalytic activity, enabling it to facilitate peptide bond formation.
Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic Ribosomes Revisited
- Prokaryotes have 70S ribosomes, which contain a 30S small subunit and a 50S large subunit.
- Eukaryotes have 80S ribosomes, which are comprised of a 40S small subunit and a 60S large subunit.
Ribosome Structure
- Ribosomes are composed of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and ribosomal proteins.
P-site Function
- The P-site (peptidyl site) holds the tRNA carrying the growing polypeptide chain.
E-site Function
- The E-site (exit site) serves as the release point for tRNA molecules that have delivered their amino acid to the growing polypeptide chain.
Ribosome Sites
- The ribosome has three binding sites for tRNA: the A-site (aminoacyl site), the P-site (peptidyl site), and the E-site (exit site).
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Learn about the binding of mRNA to the ribosome in prokaryotes, including details about the ribosome-binding site and the Shine-Dalgarno sequence. Understand the role of initiator-tRNA carrying methionine in the translation process.
