Grade 12 Protein Synthesis Worksheet
This worksheet covers the key concepts of protein synthesis, including transcription, translation, and the roles of DNA, RNA, and ribosomes.
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Protein Synthesis Review
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Show all work where applicable.
1. What is the main function of mRNA in protein synthesis?
Carries amino acids to the ribosome
Transfers genetic information from DNA to the ribosome
Forms the structural component of ribosomes
Catalyzes peptide bond formation
2. Which of the following processes occurs during transcription?
Synthesis of a polypeptide chain
Formation of mRNA from a DNA template
Replication of DNA
Binding of tRNA to codons
1. Ribosomes are responsible for synthesizing proteins in the cytoplasm.
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False
2. During translation, anticodons on tRNA molecules pair with codons on mRNA.
True
False
1. The process of converting the genetic information from mRNA into a sequence of amino acids is called .
2. In eukaryotes, transcription occurs in the , while translation occurs in the .
1. Briefly describe the role of RNA polymerase in transcription.
2. Explain the difference between a codon and an anticodon.
Analyze the diagram below, which illustrates the process of protein synthesis, and answer the questions that follow.
1. Identify the molecule labeled 'A' and its function in protein synthesis.
2. Describe the process occurring at the structure labeled 'B'.
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