Guided notes covering material from Topic 2.7 of the updated IB Biology syllabus for 2016 exams. Notes sequence and prompts are based on the Oxford IB Biology textbook by Allott and Mindorff.
Transcription and translation are the two main processes by which genes are expressed into proteins. During transcription, DNA is copied into messenger RNA (mRNA) by RNA polymerase. In eukaryotes, mRNA undergoes processing after transcription where introns are removed and exons are joined together. Translation occurs where the mRNA is read by ribosomes to produce a polypeptide chain based on the mRNA sequence. There are three steps to translation - initiation, elongation, and termination. Gene expression is regulated at transcriptional and post-transcriptional levels through promoter regions, epigenetic modifications, and alternative splicing of mRNA.
IB Biology HL topic 7.3 Translation Presentation for the new syllabus first exams 2016. Images from the Biology Course Companion have been removed because I do not have permission to reuse them.
The document outlines the three major stages of transcription and translation: 1) replication, where DNA is copied during cell division; 2) transcription, where part of a DNA strand is copied into mRNA; and 3) translation, where the mRNA is used by the ribosome to produce a polypeptide based on the mRNA codons. During translation, tRNAs bring amino acids to the ribosome which link them together based on the mRNA codons to form a protein.
The central dogma of molecular biology describes the flow of genetic information within biological systems. It states that DNA is transcribed into RNA, and RNA is translated into protein. While information flows from DNA to RNA to protein, it cannot flow in the reverse direction from protein back to nucleic acids. There are some exceptions, such as reverse transcription in retroviruses and RNA replication in certain viruses. The central dogma establishes the principle that genetic information can be converted between DNA and RNA.
Central dogma of molecular genetics valerioGenny Valerio
The document summarizes key aspects of DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis. It describes:
1) The differences between DNA and RNA such as DNA being double-stranded and containing thymine while RNA is single-stranded and contains uracil.
2) The Central Dogma which involves DNA replication, transcription of DNA into mRNA, and translation of mRNA into proteins.
3) The processes of DNA replication, transcription, and translation and how they contribute to storing and expressing genetic information.
Sadeeqsheshe the central dogma of molecular biologySadeeq Sheshe
The document describes the central dogma of molecular biology, which states that DNA is replicated, then transcribed into RNA, and RNA is translated into protein. It provides details on DNA replication, transcription, and translation. DNA replication involves DNA polymerase copying DNA in the 5'-3' direction. Transcription involves RNA polymerase transcribing DNA into RNA. Translation occurs on ribosomes and involves mRNA being read in triplets to produce a polypeptide chain. The processes are generally conserved between prokaryotes and eukaryotes but have structural and mechanistic differences.
This document provides learning materials on heredity and genetics for a 10th grade science class. It includes activities and questions to help students understand how protein is made from DNA information, and how mutations can cause changes in protein structure and function. The first activity involves building a DNA model to demonstrate replication. The second has students labeling DNA and RNA components in a comparison table. The third analyzes gene sequences to identify mutations. The document explains the central dogma of biology and how DNA is transcribed into RNA and translated into protein. It also describes different types of genetic mutations and their effects.
Transcription and translation are the two main processes by which genes are expressed into proteins. During transcription, DNA is copied into messenger RNA (mRNA) by RNA polymerase. In eukaryotes, mRNA undergoes processing after transcription where introns are removed and exons are joined together. Translation occurs where the mRNA is read by ribosomes to produce a polypeptide chain based on the mRNA sequence. There are three steps to translation - initiation, elongation, and termination. Gene expression is regulated at transcriptional and post-transcriptional levels through promoter regions, epigenetic modifications, and alternative splicing of mRNA.
IB Biology HL topic 7.3 Translation Presentation for the new syllabus first exams 2016. Images from the Biology Course Companion have been removed because I do not have permission to reuse them.
The document outlines the three major stages of transcription and translation: 1) replication, where DNA is copied during cell division; 2) transcription, where part of a DNA strand is copied into mRNA; and 3) translation, where the mRNA is used by the ribosome to produce a polypeptide based on the mRNA codons. During translation, tRNAs bring amino acids to the ribosome which link them together based on the mRNA codons to form a protein.
The central dogma of molecular biology describes the flow of genetic information within biological systems. It states that DNA is transcribed into RNA, and RNA is translated into protein. While information flows from DNA to RNA to protein, it cannot flow in the reverse direction from protein back to nucleic acids. There are some exceptions, such as reverse transcription in retroviruses and RNA replication in certain viruses. The central dogma establishes the principle that genetic information can be converted between DNA and RNA.
Central dogma of molecular genetics valerioGenny Valerio
The document summarizes key aspects of DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis. It describes:
1) The differences between DNA and RNA such as DNA being double-stranded and containing thymine while RNA is single-stranded and contains uracil.
2) The Central Dogma which involves DNA replication, transcription of DNA into mRNA, and translation of mRNA into proteins.
3) The processes of DNA replication, transcription, and translation and how they contribute to storing and expressing genetic information.
Sadeeqsheshe the central dogma of molecular biologySadeeq Sheshe
The document describes the central dogma of molecular biology, which states that DNA is replicated, then transcribed into RNA, and RNA is translated into protein. It provides details on DNA replication, transcription, and translation. DNA replication involves DNA polymerase copying DNA in the 5'-3' direction. Transcription involves RNA polymerase transcribing DNA into RNA. Translation occurs on ribosomes and involves mRNA being read in triplets to produce a polypeptide chain. The processes are generally conserved between prokaryotes and eukaryotes but have structural and mechanistic differences.
This document provides learning materials on heredity and genetics for a 10th grade science class. It includes activities and questions to help students understand how protein is made from DNA information, and how mutations can cause changes in protein structure and function. The first activity involves building a DNA model to demonstrate replication. The second has students labeling DNA and RNA components in a comparison table. The third analyzes gene sequences to identify mutations. The document explains the central dogma of biology and how DNA is transcribed into RNA and translated into protein. It also describes different types of genetic mutations and their effects.
The document summarizes the central dogma of molecular biology: DNA is transcribed into RNA, which is then translated into protein. It describes the processes of DNA replication, transcription of DNA to mRNA, and translation of mRNA to proteins using tRNAs and ribosomes. Mutations are explained as changes to the DNA sequence that can alter protein production through frameshift or substitution errors. Recent research has found transcriptional exclusion of mutated alleles at the single-cell level.
The document summarizes the central dogma of molecular biology, which is the process by which genetic information flows from DNA to RNA to protein. It first defines DNA, genes, and the central dogma. It then explains the key processes involved - DNA replication, transcription, translation, DNA methylation, pseudogenes, and post-transcriptional modification of RNA through 5' capping, 3' polyadenylation, and alternative splicing. The central dogma provides the framework for how genetic information in DNA is used to direct protein synthesis and expression of genes.
This ppt covers:
Central dogma, discoverer of central dogma, Reason why its called central dogma, DNA, RNA, Protein, functions of protein, Types of RNA, DNA replication, Protein synthesis, Transcription, Translation, Exceptions of central dogma, Reverse transcription , prions, genetic code, mutation with types and causes
The document summarizes the central dogma of molecular biology, which describes the flow of genetic information from DNA to RNA to protein. It explains the key processes of DNA replication, transcription, translation, and post-translational modification. DNA replication involves initiation, elongation, and termination to produce identical DNA molecules. Transcription is the process by which DNA is copied into RNA, while translation involves activating amino acids and using mRNA to assemble proteins according to the genetic code. Post-translational modifications regulate protein activity and stability and are implicated in hereditary diseases.
Presentation through schematic diagram on the theme of Central Dogma of Molecular Biology. The flow of information and animation is also given for better understanding.
The document describes the central dogma of molecular biology:
DNA is transcribed into RNA, which is then translated into proteins. DNA contains the genetic code in nucleotides that make up genes. RNA polymerase transcribes DNA into messenger RNA (mRNA) in the nucleus. mRNA is then translated by ribosomes in the cytoplasm into proteins based on the RNA code using transfer RNA (tRNA) and amino acids. The process of protein synthesis involves transcription of DNA to mRNA and then translation of mRNA to proteins.
DNA replication is the semi-conservative process by which a cell makes an exact copy of its DNA. It works through complementary base pairing between nucleotides on each strand. The Meselson-Stahl experiment provided support for this semi-conservative model. During replication, helicase unwinds the double helix and separates the two strands. DNA polymerase then links new nucleotides to each old strand using them as templates to build new complementary strands. The leading strand is replicated continuously while the lagging strand is replicated discontinuously in segments that are later joined by ligase.
This document provides an overview of gene expression from DNA to protein. It discusses how genes code for proteins, the process of transcription of DNA to mRNA, and translation of mRNA to amino acid sequences to form proteins. Key points covered include:
- Genes contain the code for proteins and a change in the gene results in a change to the protein's amino acid sequence.
- Transcription involves copying a gene's DNA sequence into a complementary mRNA sequence. Translation then converts the mRNA sequence into the amino acid sequence of a protein.
- The genetic code specifies which three-letter codon in mRNA corresponds to each amino acid. Translation uses this code to build proteins from mRNA instructions.
DNA replication occurs semi-conservatively, with each parental strand serving as a template for synthesis of a new complementary strand. This results in two identical DNA molecules, each with one original parental strand and one newly synthesized strand. Replication is initiated at the origin of replication and proceeds bidirectionally around the circular bacterial chromosome. Enzymes such as helicase unwind the parental DNA, topoisomerases relieve supercoiling, and DNA polymerase adds complementary nucleotides using the parental strands as templates.
L10. enzymes used in genetic engineering i-1Rishabh Jain
This document discusses various enzymes that are used in genetic engineering and recombinant DNA technology. It describes DNA and RNA polymerases such as DNA polymerase I, Klenow fragment, T4 DNA polymerase, and reverse transcriptase. It also covers ligases, phosphatases, kinases, and nucleases including DNase I, and their functions, sources, and applications in techniques like cDNA synthesis, DNA labeling, amplification, and sequencing.
This document discusses the key enzymes involved in DNA replication. It identifies DNA helicase, DNA polymerase, DNA clamp, single-strand binding proteins, topoisomerase, DNA ligase, and primase as the main enzymes. It provides a brief 1-2 sentence description of the function of each enzyme in facilitating the duplication of DNA during cell division.
Prokaryotic and eukaryotic dna replication with their clinical applicationsrohini sane
A comprehensive presentation on Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic DNA Replication with their clinical applications for MBBS , BDS, B Pharm & Biotechnology students to facilitate self- study.
Dna replication;transcription and translationJoan Cañete
Cell division requires DNA replication so that each daughter cell receives a copy of the DNA. DNA replication is semi-conservative, resulting in two DNA molecules where each contains one original strand and one newly synthesized complementary strand. DNA replication involves initiation, elongation, and termination. During elongation, the leading strand is synthesized continuously while the lagging strand is synthesized in fragments called Okazaki fragments.
Lecture on DNA to Proteins (The Central Dogma of Molecular Biology)Marilen Parungao
- Transcription must occur before translation. Transcription involves copying DNA into mRNA, which is then used as a template for translation.
- The LAC operon is activated under conditions where glucose is low/lactose is high. It is inactivated when glucose is high/lactose is low.
- The DNA sequence provided would be transcribed into an RNA sequence where all Ts would be replaced with Us: 3'-UAC GGC AUU GCA CAU UUU AGG GGC AAU AUU-5'
There are five DNA polymerases in eukaryotes - alpha, beta, gamma, delta, and epsilon - which are responsible for different DNA synthesis reactions. Polymerase alpha acts as both a primase and elongates the primer with DNA nucleotides. After around 20 nucleotides, elongation is taken over by polymerase epsilon on the leading strand and polymerase delta on the lagging strand. Polymerase beta is implicated in repairing DNA through base excision repair and gap-filling synthesis. Polymerase gamma replicates and repairs mitochondrial DNA and has 3'->5' exonuclease proofreading activity. Polymerase delta and epsilon are the main polymerases involved in lagging and leading strand synthesis respectively and have proofreading activity
DNA ligase is an enzyme that catalyzes the formation of phosphodiester bonds between DNA fragments, joining two DNA strands together. It plays an important role in DNA replication by joining Okazaki fragments and filling in gaps, as well as in DNA repair and genetic engineering techniques like cloning. The most commonly used DNA ligase is from bacteriophage T4, which utilizes ATP as a cofactor and works efficiently at lower temperatures to ligate DNA strands with either sticky or blunt ends.
nucleic acid
history
central dogma of life
types of nucleic acid
functions of DNA
Replication
encoding information
mutation and recombination
gene expression
Transcription and translation allow genes to be expressed as proteins. Transcription involves RNA polymerase copying a gene from DNA into mRNA. Translation uses the mRNA code to assemble amino acids into a polypeptide chain via tRNA and ribosomes. The genetic code pairs 3-nucleotide codons in mRNA with specific amino acids. This allows DNA sequences to be converted into proteins through sequential transcription and translation.
The document summarizes the central dogma of molecular biology: DNA is transcribed into RNA, which is then translated into protein. It describes the processes of DNA replication, transcription of DNA to mRNA, and translation of mRNA to proteins using tRNAs and ribosomes. Mutations are explained as changes to the DNA sequence that can alter protein production through frameshift or substitution errors. Recent research has found transcriptional exclusion of mutated alleles at the single-cell level.
The document summarizes the central dogma of molecular biology, which is the process by which genetic information flows from DNA to RNA to protein. It first defines DNA, genes, and the central dogma. It then explains the key processes involved - DNA replication, transcription, translation, DNA methylation, pseudogenes, and post-transcriptional modification of RNA through 5' capping, 3' polyadenylation, and alternative splicing. The central dogma provides the framework for how genetic information in DNA is used to direct protein synthesis and expression of genes.
This ppt covers:
Central dogma, discoverer of central dogma, Reason why its called central dogma, DNA, RNA, Protein, functions of protein, Types of RNA, DNA replication, Protein synthesis, Transcription, Translation, Exceptions of central dogma, Reverse transcription , prions, genetic code, mutation with types and causes
The document summarizes the central dogma of molecular biology, which describes the flow of genetic information from DNA to RNA to protein. It explains the key processes of DNA replication, transcription, translation, and post-translational modification. DNA replication involves initiation, elongation, and termination to produce identical DNA molecules. Transcription is the process by which DNA is copied into RNA, while translation involves activating amino acids and using mRNA to assemble proteins according to the genetic code. Post-translational modifications regulate protein activity and stability and are implicated in hereditary diseases.
Presentation through schematic diagram on the theme of Central Dogma of Molecular Biology. The flow of information and animation is also given for better understanding.
The document describes the central dogma of molecular biology:
DNA is transcribed into RNA, which is then translated into proteins. DNA contains the genetic code in nucleotides that make up genes. RNA polymerase transcribes DNA into messenger RNA (mRNA) in the nucleus. mRNA is then translated by ribosomes in the cytoplasm into proteins based on the RNA code using transfer RNA (tRNA) and amino acids. The process of protein synthesis involves transcription of DNA to mRNA and then translation of mRNA to proteins.
DNA replication is the semi-conservative process by which a cell makes an exact copy of its DNA. It works through complementary base pairing between nucleotides on each strand. The Meselson-Stahl experiment provided support for this semi-conservative model. During replication, helicase unwinds the double helix and separates the two strands. DNA polymerase then links new nucleotides to each old strand using them as templates to build new complementary strands. The leading strand is replicated continuously while the lagging strand is replicated discontinuously in segments that are later joined by ligase.
This document provides an overview of gene expression from DNA to protein. It discusses how genes code for proteins, the process of transcription of DNA to mRNA, and translation of mRNA to amino acid sequences to form proteins. Key points covered include:
- Genes contain the code for proteins and a change in the gene results in a change to the protein's amino acid sequence.
- Transcription involves copying a gene's DNA sequence into a complementary mRNA sequence. Translation then converts the mRNA sequence into the amino acid sequence of a protein.
- The genetic code specifies which three-letter codon in mRNA corresponds to each amino acid. Translation uses this code to build proteins from mRNA instructions.
DNA replication occurs semi-conservatively, with each parental strand serving as a template for synthesis of a new complementary strand. This results in two identical DNA molecules, each with one original parental strand and one newly synthesized strand. Replication is initiated at the origin of replication and proceeds bidirectionally around the circular bacterial chromosome. Enzymes such as helicase unwind the parental DNA, topoisomerases relieve supercoiling, and DNA polymerase adds complementary nucleotides using the parental strands as templates.
L10. enzymes used in genetic engineering i-1Rishabh Jain
This document discusses various enzymes that are used in genetic engineering and recombinant DNA technology. It describes DNA and RNA polymerases such as DNA polymerase I, Klenow fragment, T4 DNA polymerase, and reverse transcriptase. It also covers ligases, phosphatases, kinases, and nucleases including DNase I, and their functions, sources, and applications in techniques like cDNA synthesis, DNA labeling, amplification, and sequencing.
This document discusses the key enzymes involved in DNA replication. It identifies DNA helicase, DNA polymerase, DNA clamp, single-strand binding proteins, topoisomerase, DNA ligase, and primase as the main enzymes. It provides a brief 1-2 sentence description of the function of each enzyme in facilitating the duplication of DNA during cell division.
Prokaryotic and eukaryotic dna replication with their clinical applicationsrohini sane
A comprehensive presentation on Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic DNA Replication with their clinical applications for MBBS , BDS, B Pharm & Biotechnology students to facilitate self- study.
Dna replication;transcription and translationJoan Cañete
Cell division requires DNA replication so that each daughter cell receives a copy of the DNA. DNA replication is semi-conservative, resulting in two DNA molecules where each contains one original strand and one newly synthesized complementary strand. DNA replication involves initiation, elongation, and termination. During elongation, the leading strand is synthesized continuously while the lagging strand is synthesized in fragments called Okazaki fragments.
Lecture on DNA to Proteins (The Central Dogma of Molecular Biology)Marilen Parungao
- Transcription must occur before translation. Transcription involves copying DNA into mRNA, which is then used as a template for translation.
- The LAC operon is activated under conditions where glucose is low/lactose is high. It is inactivated when glucose is high/lactose is low.
- The DNA sequence provided would be transcribed into an RNA sequence where all Ts would be replaced with Us: 3'-UAC GGC AUU GCA CAU UUU AGG GGC AAU AUU-5'
There are five DNA polymerases in eukaryotes - alpha, beta, gamma, delta, and epsilon - which are responsible for different DNA synthesis reactions. Polymerase alpha acts as both a primase and elongates the primer with DNA nucleotides. After around 20 nucleotides, elongation is taken over by polymerase epsilon on the leading strand and polymerase delta on the lagging strand. Polymerase beta is implicated in repairing DNA through base excision repair and gap-filling synthesis. Polymerase gamma replicates and repairs mitochondrial DNA and has 3'->5' exonuclease proofreading activity. Polymerase delta and epsilon are the main polymerases involved in lagging and leading strand synthesis respectively and have proofreading activity
DNA ligase is an enzyme that catalyzes the formation of phosphodiester bonds between DNA fragments, joining two DNA strands together. It plays an important role in DNA replication by joining Okazaki fragments and filling in gaps, as well as in DNA repair and genetic engineering techniques like cloning. The most commonly used DNA ligase is from bacteriophage T4, which utilizes ATP as a cofactor and works efficiently at lower temperatures to ligate DNA strands with either sticky or blunt ends.
nucleic acid
history
central dogma of life
types of nucleic acid
functions of DNA
Replication
encoding information
mutation and recombination
gene expression
Transcription and translation allow genes to be expressed as proteins. Transcription involves RNA polymerase copying a gene from DNA into mRNA. Translation uses the mRNA code to assemble amino acids into a polypeptide chain via tRNA and ribosomes. The genetic code pairs 3-nucleotide codons in mRNA with specific amino acids. This allows DNA sequences to be converted into proteins through sequential transcription and translation.
Error bars on graphs represent the variability or spread of data by showing the standard deviation or range. A normal distribution is a bell-shaped curve where the most frequent data points fall in the center. The standard deviation measures how spread out data points are from the mean and 68% of values fall within one standard deviation of the mean. A t-test statistically determines if two data sets are significantly different from each other. While a correlation means two variables vary together, it does not prove that one variable causes the other.
This document provides information about cell ultrastructure from an IB Biology textbook. It defines key terms like prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. It explains that electron microscopes have much higher resolution than light microscopes, allowing visualization of cell organelles. Prokaryotic cells are described as having no nucleus or organelles, reproducing through binary fission. Eukaryotic cells are more complex with organelles like the nucleus, mitochondria, chloroplasts. Specific cell types like pancreas and leaf cells are discussed in terms of their specialized functions and organelles. Electron micrographs of different cell types are presented to identify organelles.
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RNA differs from DNA in its role and structure. RNA is involved in protein synthesis by carrying copies of DNA sequences to direct the assembly of amino acids. There are three main types of RNA - messenger RNA carries copies of DNA to other parts of the cell, ribosomal RNA makes up ribosomes, and transfer RNA carries amino acids to ribosomes as specified by mRNA codons. Codons in mRNA specify the amino acids needed to form proteins, with different codon sequences determining the properties of different proteins.
RNA differs from DNA in its role and structure. RNA is involved in protein synthesis by carrying copies of DNA sequences to direct the assembly of amino acids. There are three main types of RNA: messenger RNA carries copies of DNA to other parts of the cell, ribosomal RNA makes up the ribosomes, and transfer RNA carries amino acids to the ribosomes as specified by the mRNA codons. Codons in mRNA are sequences of three nucleotides that specify which amino acid needs to be joined in the polypeptide chain to make a protein.
This document provides an overview of transcription and translation. It discusses how DNA is transcribed into mRNA, which is then translated into proteins. Transcription occurs in the nucleus and involves RNA polymerase making a complementary mRNA copy of a DNA sequence. The mRNA then undergoes processing before being exported to the cytoplasm. Translation takes place on ribosomes, where tRNA brings amino acids specified by mRNA codons to form a polypeptide chain. The genetic code maps codons to their corresponding amino acids.
Transcription is the process where DNA is copied into messenger RNA using RNA polymerase. There are three main types of RNA: messenger RNA carries protein instructions from DNA to ribosomes, ribosomal RNA makes up ribosomes, and transfer RNA transfers amino acids to ribosomes during translation. Translation is the process where the cell uses messenger RNA to produce proteins by decoding mRNA codons into amino acids.
Transcription is the process of copying information from DNA to mRNA. Translation is the process of using the mRNA code to assemble a protein. The genetic code links codons, which are three nucleotide sequences in mRNA, to specific amino acids. tRNA molecules match codons to their corresponding amino acids and deliver them to the ribosome for protein assembly.
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Transcription is the process of making an RNA copy of a gene sequence. This copy, called a
messenger RNA (mRNA) molecule, leaves the cell nucleus and enters the cytoplasm, where it
directs the synthesis of the protein, which it encodes. Translation is the process of translating the
sequence of a messenger RNA (mRNA) molecule to a sequence of amino acids during protein
synthesis. The genetic code describes the relationship between the sequence of base pairs in a
gene and the corresponding amino acid sequence that it encodes. In the cell cytoplasm, the
ribosome reads the sequence of the mRNA in groups of three bases to assemble the protein.
Transcription is the process by which DNA is copied (transcribed) to mRNA, which carries the
information needed for protein synthesis. Transcription takes place in two broad steps. First, pre-
messenger RNA is formed, with the involvement of RNA polymerase enzymes. The process
relies on Watson-Crick base pairing, and the resultant single strand of RNA is the reverse-
complement of the original DNA sequence. The pre-messenger RNA is then \"edited\" to
produce the desired mRNA molecule in a process called RNA splicing.
Formation of pre-messenger RNA
The mechanism of transcription has parallels in that of DNA replication. As with DNA
replication, partial unwinding of the double helix must occur before transcription can take place,
and it is the RNA polymerase enzymes that catalyze this process.
Unlike DNA replication, in which both strands are copied, only one strand is transcribed. The
strand that contains the gene is called the sense strand, while the complementary strand is the
antisense strand. The mRNA produced in transcription is a copy of the sense strand, but it is the
antisense strand that is transcribed.
Ribonucleotide triphosphates (NTPs) align along the antisense DNA strand, with Watson-Crick
base pairing (A pairs with U). RNA polymerase joins the ribonucleotides together to form a pre-
messenger RNA molecule that is complementary to a region of the antisense DNA strand.
Transcription ends when the RNA polymerase enzyme reaches a triplet of bases that is read as a
\"stop\" signal. The DNA molecule re-winds to re-form the double helix.
RNA splicing
The pre-messenger RNA thus formed contains introns which are not required for protein
synthesis. The pre-messenger RNA is chopped up to remove the introns and create messenger
RNA (mRNA) in a process called RNA splicing
Alternative splicing
In alternative splicing, individual exons are either spliced or included, giving rise to several
different possible mRNA products. Each mRNA product codes for a different protein isoform;
these protein isoforms differ in their peptide sequence and therefore their biological activity. It is
estimated that up to 60% of human gene products undergo alternative splicing.
Alternative splicing contributes to protein diversity a single gene transcript (RNA) can have
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From DNA to Protein
1. DNA contains genes that provide instructions for building proteins through transcription and translation. RNA is produced through transcription and carries the genetic code from DNA. There are three main types of RNA: mRNA, rRNA, and tRNA.
2. During translation, mRNA attaches to ribosomes where tRNA brings amino acids to add to the growing polypeptide chain according to the mRNA codons until a stop codon is reached. This process synthesizes proteins using the genetic code stored in DNA.
3. Mutations in DNA can occur through changes in single nucleotides or the insertion/deletion of nucleotides. This can alter the mRNA and resulting protein sequence produced.
Gene expression is the process by which information from a gene is used in the synthesis of a functional gene product. It involves three main steps: replication, transcription, and translation. Replication copies DNA, transcription creates mRNA from DNA, and translation uses mRNA to produce proteins. The central dogma states that genetic information flows from DNA to RNA to protein. Mutations can occur and change the nucleotide sequence, potentially altering the amino acid sequence of the resulting protein.
Translation is the process by which the genetic code contained within mRNA is used to synthesize proteins. During translation, mRNA is decoded by ribosomes to produce an amino acid chain. Key molecules involved in translation include mRNA, which contains the code to be translated; tRNA, which carries the correct amino acid to the ribosome; and ribosomes, which assemble proteins by linking amino acids in the proper order specified by the mRNA. Translation occurs in both eukaryotes and prokaryotes.
1. DNA replication is semi-conservative. Helicase unwinds the DNA double helix, DNA polymerase links nucleotides to form new strands using the existing strands as templates.
2. Transcription creates mRNA from DNA templates using RNA polymerase.
3. Translation uses the genetic code to synthesize polypeptides from mRNA. tRNAs with anticodons complementary to mRNA codons carry amino acids which are linked by the ribosome.
Genetics is the study of heredity and genetic variation. Key terms include:
- Genotype is the genetic makeup of an organism, phenotype is observable traits.
- Genes hold information to build cells and pass traits to offspring. The human genome contains 25,000-35,000 genes located on 23 chromosome pairs in the nucleus.
- DNA is transcribed to RNA and translated to proteins, which determine an organism's traits. Variations in genes and chromosomes can result in genetic disorders. Common methods to study genetics include karyotyping, analyzing pedigrees, and identifying alleles and mutations. Understanding genetics provides insight into inheritance patterns and human health.
The document discusses how genetic information flows from DNA to proteins. It explains that DNA is transcribed into mRNA through transcription, and mRNA is then translated into proteins through translation. During transcription, RNA polymerase makes a complementary mRNA copy of the DNA gene. During translation, transfer RNA (tRNA) molecules matching the mRNA codons bring amino acids to the ribosome, where they are linked together to form a protein chain according to the mRNA's genetic code. The protein then undergoes post-translational modifications before performing its function in the cell. Mutations can occur through changes in DNA bases that may alter protein sequences.
This document discusses the process of expressing genetic information through RNA and protein synthesis. It begins by defining key terms like genes, mRNA, tRNA, rRNA, transcription, and translation. It then explains the structures of DNA and RNA, the process of transcription which involves RNA polymerase copying DNA into mRNA, and the roles of introns and exons. The document further details the genetic code where codons on mRNA specify amino acids and the process of translation where tRNA brings amino acids to the ribosome to form a polypeptide chain. It concludes by discussing mutations that can occur and impact protein synthesis.
Gene expression involves the transcription of DNA into mRNA and the translation of mRNA into proteins. Transcription occurs in three steps: initiation, elongation, and termination. During initiation, RNA polymerase binds to the promoter region of DNA. In elongation, RNA polymerase moves along the DNA template strand to produce a complementary mRNA copy. In termination, RNA polymerase dissociates from the DNA and mRNA is released. The resulting pre-mRNA undergoes processing where introns are removed and a 5' cap and poly-A tail are added, producing a mature mRNA that can then undergo translation into a polypeptide chain by ribosomes.
Messenger RNA carries genetic information from DNA in the nucleus to the cytoplasm. Transfer RNA transports amino acids and attaches them to mRNA strands during protein synthesis based on mRNA codon sequences. Ribosomal RNA provides structure and enzymatic functions for ribosomes. Ribosomes link amino acids specified by mRNA codons into polypeptide chains.
The document describes the central dogma of molecular biology, which is the flow of genetic information from DNA to RNA to proteins. It covers DNA replication, transcription, translation, and how mutations can occur during these processes. DNA replication is semi-conservative and produces two identical DNA molecules from one original. Transcription produces mRNA from DNA, and translation uses mRNA to produce proteins according to the genetic code. Mutations can occur during replication, transcription or translation and result in changes to the amino acid sequence or reading frame of proteins.
The document describes the central dogma of molecular biology, which is the flow of genetic information from DNA to RNA to proteins. It covers DNA replication, transcription, translation, and how mutations can occur during these processes. DNA replication is semi-conservative and produces two identical DNA molecules from one original. Transcription produces mRNA from DNA, and translation uses mRNA to produce proteins according to the genetic code. Mutations can occur during replication, transcription or translation and result in changes to the amino acid sequence or reading frame of proteins.
The document describes the central dogma of molecular biology, which is the flow of genetic information from DNA to RNA to proteins. It covers DNA replication, transcription, translation, and how mutations can occur during these processes. DNA replication is semi-conservative and produces two identical DNA molecules from one original. Transcription produces mRNA from DNA, and translation uses mRNA to produce proteins according to the genetic code. Mutations can occur during replication, transcription or translation and result in changes to the amino acid sequence or reading frame of proteins.
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1. IB Biology Chapter 2 Notes: Transcription & Translation (2.7) NAME:
Word Definition
Sense strand The sequence of DNA that is identical to the mRNA
Antisense strand The sequence of DNA that is complementary to the mRNA—it is transcribed
mRNA Messenger RNA—copy of DNA
rRNA Ribosomal RNA—makes up part of the ribosome structure
tRNA Transfer RNA—brings correct amino acid to ribosome
Triplet Three letters of DNA that stand for an amino acid
Codon Three letters of mRNA that stand for an amino acid
Anticodon Three letters of tRNA that are complementary to the codon
Ribosome Enzyme made of RNA and protein where translation occurs
Binding sites Places were two molecules attach to each other
Polypeptide A chain of amino acids (before they fold into a functional protein)
RNA polymerase Enzyme that copies DNA into mRNA
Universal The same everywhere
Degenerate Refers to how multiple codons can code for the same amino acid
2. 2.7.4 Transcription is the
synthesis ofmRNA copied
from the DNA base
sequence by RNA
polymerase.
2.7.5 Translation is synthesis
of polypeptides on
ribosomes.
2.7.6 The amino acid
sequence of polypeptides is
determined by mRNA
according to the genetic
code.
2.7.7 Codons of three bases
on mRNA correspond to one
amino acid in a polypeptide.
Outline the process of Transcription:
Differentiate between the ‘Sense’ and ‘Antisense’strands ofthe DNA:
Outline the process of Translation:
Codon =
Stop codon =
Explain how the genetic code is ‘degenerate:’
3. 2.7.11 Use a table of the
genetic code to deduce
which codon(s)correspond
to which amino acid.
2.7.13 Use a table of mRNA
codons and their
corresponding amino acids
to deduce the sequence of
amino acids coded by a short
mRNA strand of known base
sequence.
2.7.14 Deducing the DNA
base sequence for the
mRNA strand.
2.7.8 Translation depends on
complimentary base pairing
between codons ofmRNA
and anticodons on tRNA.
2.7.10 Production of human
insulin in bacteria as an
example of the universality
of the genetic code allowing
gene transfer between
species.
State the amino acid corresponding to each codon:
CUC = AAG =
GAU = UGA =
Given the mRNA sequence,below…
5’ – AUGCCCUAUGUG – 3’
Give the amino acid sequence that would be translated:
How many codons were in the mRNA? _______
Give the DNA sequence of the antisense strand that was transcribed to produce the mRNA below:
mRNA: 5’ – AUGCCCUAUGUG – 3’ DNA:
List the three components (parts) that are involved in translation:
Outline the main events of Translation:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Describe what occurs in Diabetes and how it can be treated:
Describe how insulin can be artificially-produced:
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