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Determine amino acid sequence from mRNA
Use variety of codon charts
Which statement describes where transcription and translation occur?
location of transcription and translation
Which statement describes the relationship between transcription and translation?
Match the statements to the correct molecule.
Use each item only one time!!!
Contains ribose sugar
Cannot leave the nucleus
Can leave the nucleus
Contains deoxyribose sugar
DNA
RNA
A segment of a DNA strand is shown below.
Which strand of mRNA is complementary to this DNA strand?
Complete the model of protein synthesis below.




Students are modeling mRNA during the process of protein synthesis.
Which answer choice correctly describes the model of the mRNA strand being transcribed?
The process represented in the diagram below produces a molecule that is complementary to the template strand of DNA.

The process shown in the image above is known as . The purpose of this process is to .
What process is shown in the image to the left?
Complete the diagram below by moving your answer choices to the correct boxes.
Mutations are a permanent change in the of DNA which most often occurs during .
The diagram below shows three types of mutations. Determine which type of mutation is shown in each box. Move ONE correct answer to each box. Not all answers will be used.

Different types of mutations can occur in DNA. The diagram represents a type of mutation:
Which statement describes the mutation in the diagram?
Sickle-shaped red blood cells result from a mutation in the gene that codes for hemoglobin. This mutation results in sickle-cell anemia. A partial sequence of bases from a normal hemoglobin gene and a sequence that results in sickle-cell anemia are shown below.
What type of mutation is depicted in this sequence?
Below is an mRNA codon chart.
Use the Codon Chart and your knowledge to answer the following questions.
From the codons provided in the answer choices below, which mutation to the mRNA codon CGA will affect the protein produced?
Observe the mutations in the diagram below.
Which mutations would cause a frameshift? Select TWO mutations.
Exposure to the building material "asbestos" has been linked to certain types of cancers. Asbestos causes mutations in the p53 gene, which controls tumor suppression.
Which statement best explains why people with cancer due to asbestos exposure do NOT pass the mutation on to their offspring?
A mutation is shown in the diagram below.
Based on the diagram, what kind of mutation has occurred?
How does transcription and translation result in the expression of genes?
E. coli has three gene that each code for different enzymes that break down lactose. Scientists conducted investigations about the production of these enzymes using samples of E. coli. Their results are shown in the table.
Which conclusion about the production of enzymes can be determined by analyzing the scientists results
Snowshoe hares can be found living in the Rocky Mountains of New Mexico. During the summer months, when there is no snow on the ground, the snowshoe hare’s coat color is typically brown.
During the winter months, when the mountains are covered in snow, the snowshoe hare’s coat is typically white. Which statement describes the genetic basis for the seasonal changes in coat color?
CRISPR-Cas9 is a genetic modification technique that edits parts of the genome of an organism. Using this technique scientists can add, remove, or modify sections of the DNA sequence.
How can scientists use this technique to control gene expression?
The arctic fox inhabits northern areas of North America. The same arctic fox is shown in the drawing at different times of the year.
What causes this change in fur color?
Environmental factors, such as temperature, diet, or light, can cause cells to activate different genes at different times. For example, flamingos have pink feathers whenever they eat shrimp because they produce proteins called carotenoids. However, they turn pale white if they do not eat enough shrimp.
Which of these best explains the effect of environmental factors on gene expression?
Lactose intolerance is a condition common in adults that makes it more difficult to digest lactose, the sugar found in dairy products. The data table below shows the amount of lactose digested at various age groups.
Based on the information in the table, why is lactose intolerance more common in adults than infants?
pGLO is a gene found in jellyfish that codes for green fluorescent protein (GFP). When GFP is produced, jellyfish will glow under UV light.
Scientists observed a colony of E. coli (bacteria) under UV light and noticed they do not glow. However, once the pGLO gene was introduced to the bacteria, they started to glow.
Which of these best explains why E. coli did not glow before, but started to glow once the pGLO gene was inserted into their DNA?
Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) genes are expressed in immune cells when the cells are exposed to specific pathogens, allowing the body to recognize infected cells. Approximately 24 hours after exposure to the pathogen, MHC gene expression is at its peak.
The table below shows the levels of MHC genes expressed each hour after exposure.
Student 1: Expression of MHC genes increases after exposure to the pathogen.
Student 2: Expression of MHC genes is consistent.
One student has made a correct claim. Identify which student has made the correct claim AND explain why their claim is best supported by the evidence from the table.
1 point - Student 1
1 point -
after 24 hours expression increased
went from 5% before 24 hour to 80% after 24 hours
after 24 hours exposure genes expressed went up
expression changes over time
expression went up
gene expressed was not consistent
Match each type of RNA with its function.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
rRNA | arrow_right_alt | Messenger that carries information from DNA to the ribosome. |
mRNA | arrow_right_alt | Transfers amino acids to the ribosome. |
tRNA | arrow_right_alt | Primary component of ribosomes, which helps link amino acid |
A sequence of a DNA template strand is shown below.
What is the correct amino acid chain produced from the DNA template strand?
In 1917 the biologist Thomas Hunt Morgan conducted studies in which he kept some caterpillars in the dark and placed some others under red, green, or blue lights.

Exposure to red light produced butterflies with brightly colored wings. Exposure to green light resulted in dark-colored wings. Exposure to blue light or no light resulted in pale-colored wings.
Based on the results, what was the most likely conclusion of Morgan's experiment?
Male Mountain Bluebirds have a higher concentration of blue pigment than female Mountain Bluebirds in order to attract potential mates.
What factor affects the expression of this trait?
What is the purpose of this process?
Which statement below most accurately explains why mutations can be silent?