Molecule Genetics Word Scramble
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codon | a sequence of three bases that codes for a single amino acid |
gene | a segment of DNA that directs the development of some inherited traits |
gene expression | messenger RNA; a linear RNA molecule that contains codons |
transcription | the synthesis of an RNA molecule using a DNA molecule for a template |
mRNA | the synthesis of an RNA molecule using a DNA molecule for a template |
translation | the process in which proteins are produced based on instructions carried by mRNA |
anticodon | a sequence of three bases in a tRNA molecule that is complementary to a codon in mRNA |
tRNA | transfer RNA; a type of RNA molecule that carries amino acids to the site of protein synthesis at ribosomes |
rRNA | The most abundant type of RNA, which together with proteins forms the structure of ribosomes. |
polypeptide | long chain of amino acids that makes proteins |
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