Understanding Protein Synthesis

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What is the main purpose of protein synthesis?

To store information in the nucleus

To divide animal cells

To encode genes in DNA

To produce a vast amount of proteins for cell function (correct)

Where does protein synthesis take place in the cell?

Golgi Apparatus

Mitochondria

Cytoplasm at the ribosome (correct)

Nucleus

What role do proteins play in bacteria according to the text?

Defense against antibiotics (correct)

Cell division

Produce sugars for food

Gene expression

What is the first stage of protein synthesis?

Copying genetic code from DNA to mRNA Signup and view all the answers

Which cellular component is crucial for protein synthesis to occur?

Ribosome Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of transcription in protein synthesis?

Copying the code from DNA to mRNA Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme is responsible for creating individual RNA nucleotides during transcription?

RNA polymerase Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) during translation?

Facilitating the process at the ribosome Signup and view all the answers

What occurs at the A and P sites when mRNA and tRNA interact during translation?

Formation of peptide bonds Signup and view all the answers

How do proteins synthesized in bacteria play a role in their resistance to antibiotics?

Breaking down chemicals Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the p53 protein?

Regulating cell division and preventing uncontrolled growth Signup and view all the answers

Which protein is responsible for regulating the cell cycle and preventing cancer development?

Retinoblastoma (Rb) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the RuBisCo protein in plants?

Converting carbon dioxide for photosynthesis Signup and view all the answers

Which protein is associated with antibiotic resistance in MRSA bacteria?

Plasmin-sensitive protein (Pls) Signup and view all the answers

How did the Pls protein likely contribute to the development of MRSA?

It resulted from a mutation that conferred antibiotic resistance Signup and view all the answers