DNA, genes, protein synthesis Flashcards
1
Q
What is a gene?
A
Section of DNA with a specific base sequence that codes for a specific protein
2
Q
Define genome
A
The complete set of genes in each cell of an organism
3
Q
Define proteome
A
The full range of proteins produced by the genome in that organism
4
Q
What are the 4 main features of the genetic code?
A
Read in triplets
Non-overlapping
Universal
Degenerate
5
Q
Define transcription
A
Copying a gene into a short strand of mRNA, which is able to leave the nucleus
6
Q
Define translation
A
Using the mRNA as a template to make a polypeptide chain
7
Q
What does splicing remove?
A
Non coding introns from pre-mRNA
