Transcription Activity (Flow of Genetic Information Kit)
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16 Nsɛmmisa
How many possible triplet codes can be generated from these four base letters? There is a hint available if you need it.
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Use the foam pieces to build the double stranded DNA sequence shown in question 7. Follow the directions on this page.
Recalling the lesson on DNA structure, identify the type of bond that holds the two strands of DNA together.
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Go back to the picture on page 4 to determine how to label each strand.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
non-template strand | arrow_right_alt | arrow on top |
template strand | arrow_right_alt | arrow on bottom |
Complete the transcription step. Save the mRNA strand for the next activity.
After it is transcribed, mRNA must travel through a _____ to enter the cytoplasm
Given that there are more possible combinations for amino acids than amino acids themselves, what does this imply about the number of codes for each amino acid?
Why can’t DNA leave the nucleus? (select the 2 correct choices)
Which carbon contains the extra oxygen in the RNA molecule?
A | C | G | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
T | ||||
G | ||||
C | ||||
A |
What will happen when RNA polymerase acts on DNA?
Same question worded differently: The mRNA that you will build contains a start codon near its 5' end. What DNA triplet in the DNA template strand is complementary to the start codon?
What mRNA codon is complementary to 3'-TAC-5'?
What type of bond is broken when mRNA separates from DNA and what characteristic of this bond allows for this separation? (select the 2 correct choices)