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Bio 8 Voab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| RNA | Stands for ribonucleic acid, single stranded molecule that helps deliver the code to build proteins |
| Transcription | Occurs in the nucleus; DNA is rewritten into mRNA |
| Translation | Occurs in the ribosome; amino acids are connected to make a protein |
| Ribosome | Site where translation occurs; makes proteins |
| Amino Acids | The building block of a protein |
| Ribsose | Sugar found in RNA |
| Deoxyribose | Sugar found in DNA |
| mRNA | A strand of RNA that holds a copy of the code on the DNA. M=Messenger |
| Proteins | Made up of amino acids, provides structure, aids in transport, defense and growth and repair |