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?

<p>Copying genetic code from DNA to mRNA (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cellular component is crucial for protein synthesis to occur?

<p>Ribosome (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of transcription in protein synthesis?

<p>Copying the code from DNA to mRNA (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>RNA polymerase (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Facilitating the process at the ribosome (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Formation of peptide bonds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Breaking down chemicals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the p53 protein?

<p>Regulating cell division and preventing uncontrolled growth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Retinoblastoma (Rb) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Converting carbon dioxide for photosynthesis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which protein is associated with antibiotic resistance in MRSA bacteria?

<p>Plasmin-sensitive protein (Pls) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>It resulted from a mutation that conferred antibiotic resistance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers
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