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What is the direction of translation on mRNA?
What is the direction of translation on mRNA?
The initiator tRNA carries the amino acid formylmethionine.
The initiator tRNA carries the amino acid formylmethionine.
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What is the role of the Shine-Dalgarno sequence in translation initiation?
What is the role of the Shine-Dalgarno sequence in translation initiation?
It helps position the ribosomal subunit on the start codon.
The ribosome catalyzes the transfer of a __________ bond between amino acids.
The ribosome catalyzes the transfer of a __________ bond between amino acids.
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Match the following components to their functions during translation:
Match the following components to their functions during translation:
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During which stage of translation is the polypeptide chain extended?
During which stage of translation is the polypeptide chain extended?
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The large ribosomal subunit binds to the mRNA before the initiation factors dissociate.
The large ribosomal subunit binds to the mRNA before the initiation factors dissociate.
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What is consumed during the delivery of initiator tRNA onto the small ribosomal subunit?
What is consumed during the delivery of initiator tRNA onto the small ribosomal subunit?
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What is the Svedberg coefficient of the small ribosomal subunit?
What is the Svedberg coefficient of the small ribosomal subunit?
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The molecular weight of the 70S bacterial ribosome is approximately 2.5 kDa.
The molecular weight of the 70S bacterial ribosome is approximately 2.5 kDa.
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What are the three stages of protein synthesis on the ribosome?
What are the three stages of protein synthesis on the ribosome?
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The small subunit of the ribosome contains _____ proteins.
The small subunit of the ribosome contains _____ proteins.
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Match the ribosomal subunits with their respective size and composition:
Match the ribosomal subunits with their respective size and composition:
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Which type of RNA is primarily responsible for decoding during protein synthesis?
Which type of RNA is primarily responsible for decoding during protein synthesis?
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The relative ratio of protein to RNA mass in the ribosome is approximately 66% protein and 34% RNA.
The relative ratio of protein to RNA mass in the ribosome is approximately 66% protein and 34% RNA.
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What is the role of the initiator tRNA in the initiation stage of protein synthesis?
What is the role of the initiator tRNA in the initiation stage of protein synthesis?
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What is the primary role of transfer RNA (tRNA)?
What is the primary role of transfer RNA (tRNA)?
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TRNA molecules are typically single-stranded and contain a cloverleaf structure.
TRNA molecules are typically single-stranded and contain a cloverleaf structure.
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How many different aminoacyl tRNA synthetases are there?
How many different aminoacyl tRNA synthetases are there?
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The ribosome is composed of a small subunit termed the ______ and a large subunit termed the ______.
The ribosome is composed of a small subunit termed the ______ and a large subunit termed the ______.
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Match the following components of protein synthesis with their functions:
Match the following components of protein synthesis with their functions:
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What is the function of aminoacyl tRNA synthetase enzymes?
What is the function of aminoacyl tRNA synthetase enzymes?
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The ribosome can function without the presence of mRNA.
The ribosome can function without the presence of mRNA.
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What structural shape does tRNA adopt when folded?
What structural shape does tRNA adopt when folded?
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What is the role of EF-Tu in the elongation stage of translation?
What is the role of EF-Tu in the elongation stage of translation?
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What is the main process discussed in this section?
What is the main process discussed in this section?
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Termination of translation occurs when a ribosome encounters a stop codon.
Termination of translation occurs when a ribosome encounters a stop codon.
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The genetic code consists only of two different nucleotides.
The genetic code consists only of two different nucleotides.
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What are the three elongation factors involved in the translation process?
What are the three elongation factors involved in the translation process?
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During translation, ________ factors help the ribosome move along the mRNA strand.
During translation, ________ factors help the ribosome move along the mRNA strand.
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How many different amino acids are specified in the genetic code?
How many different amino acids are specified in the genetic code?
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What happens to the peptidyl-tRNA bond during termination of translation?
What happens to the peptidyl-tRNA bond during termination of translation?
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The process of moving from nucleic acids to proteins involves at least ___ nucleotides to specify an amino acid.
The process of moving from nucleic acids to proteins involves at least ___ nucleotides to specify an amino acid.
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What happens when an extra base is introduced during translation?
What happens when an extra base is introduced during translation?
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Match the elongation factors with their primary functions:
Match the elongation factors with their primary functions:
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Name the stop codons recognized during termination.
Name the stop codons recognized during termination.
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Polysomes are formed when multiple ribosomes translate the same mRNA simultaneously.
Polysomes are formed when multiple ribosomes translate the same mRNA simultaneously.
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A suppressor mutation involves the addition of three nucleotides.
A suppressor mutation involves the addition of three nucleotides.
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What is the machinery responsible for translation in the cell?
What is the machinery responsible for translation in the cell?
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What is the primary function of the SecA protein in bacteria?
What is the primary function of the SecA protein in bacteria?
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Transcription and translation in bacteria are uncoupled processes that occur in different cellular compartments.
Transcription and translation in bacteria are uncoupled processes that occur in different cellular compartments.
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What direction does transcription occur in?
What direction does transcription occur in?
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The _________ is a ribonucleoprotein complex that targets specific proteins to the plasma membrane.
The _________ is a ribonucleoprotein complex that targets specific proteins to the plasma membrane.
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Which of the following processes enhances the efficiency of protein production in bacteria?
Which of the following processes enhances the efficiency of protein production in bacteria?
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Proteins destined for secretion in bacteria typically have hydrophilic signal sequences.
Proteins destined for secretion in bacteria typically have hydrophilic signal sequences.
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What role do dedicated transcription factors play in bacterial protein production?
What role do dedicated transcription factors play in bacterial protein production?
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Study Notes
Translation Introduction
- Translation is the process of converting the language of nucleic acids (cytosine, guanine, adenine, thymine) into the language of proteins (20 different amino acids).
- The genetic code, enzymes, and relevant molecules that couple this information are discussed, as well as the cellular location and machinery (ribosomes) used in translation.
The Genetic Code
- Translation is more complex than DNA replication or transcription.
- The language changes from a four-letter alphabet (nucleotides) to a twenty-letter alphabet (amino acids).
- To uniquely specify all 20 amino acids, at least 3 nucleotides are needed (4³=64).
- The genetic code is degenerate; there are more possible nucleotide sequences than necessary to code for all 20 amino acids.
Experiments and Mutations
- Geneticists used simple systems (like bacteriophage T4) to understand triplet reading.
- Mutations (insertions or deletions) were introduced to alter the DNA sequence.
- These alterations resulted in non-functional proteins because the sequence was "illegible."
- Suppressor mutations are an example where a single insertion can restore function, demonstrating the effects of single nucleotide changes
The Ribosome
- The ribosome is a complex molecular machine found in all living cells.
- It functions as the site of protein synthesis.
- It binds to mRNA, tRNA, and other RNA molecules during synthesis.
- mRNA carries the instructions for building the protein.
- tRNA carries specific amino acids.
- Ribosomes are composed of two unequally sized subunits, the 30S small subunit and the 50S large subunit. Together they form the 70S ribosome.
- The subunits have ribosomial RNA (rRNA) and proteins.
Stages of Protein Synthesis
- Protein synthesis occurs in three stages: initiation, elongation, and termination.
- Initiation: The small ribosomal subunit binds to mRNA and positions the initiator tRNA.
- Elongation: Amino acids are added to the growing polypeptide chain, guided by the mRNA sequence.
- Termination: The ribosome encounters a stop codon, leading to protein release.
Polysomes and Coupling
- Polysomes are multiple ribosomes attached to a single mRNA molecule, responsible for efficient protein production.
- Transcription precedes translation in bacteria and occurs in the same cellular compartment, facilitating coupling for efficiency.
Protein Targeting
- Protein targeting is crucial for proper localization.
- Some proteins are synthesized in the cytoplasm then transported to different locations, like the plasma membrane.
- The SecA protein is important in bacterial protein targeting, helping drive post-translational translocation of proteins destined for secretion.
- The signal recognition particle (SRP) plays a role in targeting proteins to the plasma membrane and ensuring proper folding within the membrane environment.
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Test your knowledge on the translation stage of protein synthesis with this quiz. Answer questions about the ribosome structure, tRNA functions, and the overall translation process. Dive into the specifics, such as the role of the Shine-Dalgarno sequence and the stages of translation.
