Transcription and Translation Worksheet
Grade 9 Science worksheet covering the processes of transcription and translation in molecular biology.
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Transcription and Translation
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1. What is the main purpose of transcription?
To synthesize proteins from mRNA.
To replicate DNA.
To create an mRNA copy of a DNA gene.
To break down RNA molecules.
2. Where does translation occur in a eukaryotic cell?
Nucleus
Mitochondria
Ribosome
Endoplasmic Reticulum
3. The process of transcription converts DNA into .
4. During translation, molecules carry specific amino acids to the ribosome.
5. Briefly explain the role of RNA polymerase in transcription.
6. Describe the key difference between codons and anticodons.
7. Transcription occurs in the cytoplasm of prokaryotic cells.
True
False
8. A single codon can code for more than one amino acid.
True
False
The diagram below illustrates the central dogma of molecular biology.

9. Based on the central dogma, complete the following statement:
DNA → → Protein
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