Transcription of DNA to RNA Flashcards
1
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Transcription (need to know this)
A
The process by which a cell makes an RNA copy of a piece of DNA.
2
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Codon
A
Triplet (3) of bases in the mRNA that codes for a specific amino acid.
3
Q
Gene
A
inherited unit of DNA that encodes for one protein(or one polypeptide)
4
Q
mRNA
A
Molecule that carries the instructions from the DNA to the rest of the cell, messenger RNA.
5
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template
A
Model provides for others to copy.
