How do cells grow, specialise and die? - Compendium 12 Flashcards
Describe the structure and functions of proteins
Describe the structure of nucleic acids, differentiating between DNA and RNA
Define the components of a nucleotide
Differentiate between the nucleotide bases of DNA and RNA
Explain what the genetic code is and what it is coding for
Describe the two-step process (transcription and translation) that results in gene expression
Explain the role of DNA, rRNA, tRNA and mRNA and the production of a protein
Describe the cell cycle
Interphase (DNA replication)
Mitosis
- Prophase
- Metaphase
- Anaphase
- Telophase
Cytokinesis (division of cell cytoplasm)
Give the details of DNA replication
Explain what occurs during mitosis and cytokinesis
Describe how mitosis differs from meiosis
Why do we need proteins in the body?
What is a nucleic acid?
What are the similarities and differences between DNA and RNA?
What is a gene?