Overview
Translation is a vital biological process that converts the genetic information encoded in mRNA into proteins, which are essential for life. It involves several key components, including ribosomes, tRNA, and amino acids, working together in a series of steps: initiation, elongation, and termination....
Key Terms
Example: mRNA is transcribed from DNA and used in translation.
Example: Ribosomes can be found free in the cytoplasm or attached to the endoplasmic reticulum.
Example: Each tRNA molecule has an anticodon that pairs with the mRNA codon.
Example: There are 20 different amino acids that combine to form proteins.
Example: The codon AUG codes for the amino acid methionine.
Example: The tRNA with the anticodon UAC pairs with the mRNA codon AUG.
Related Topics
Transcription
The process of copying DNA into RNA, which is the first step in gene expression.
intermediateGene Expression
The process by which information from a gene is used to synthesize a functional gene product, usually a protein.
intermediateProtein Folding
The process by which a protein achieves its functional three-dimensional structure.
advancedKey Concepts
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