transcription
process by which genetic information encoded in DNA is copied onto mRNA
translation
process by which information encoded in mRNA is used to assemble a protein at the ribosome
mRNA
a mirror like copy of DNA segment
how many strands does RNA consist of
1
tRNA
translate the RNA message
where in the cell does translation happen?
cytoplasm
where in the cell does transcription happen?
nucleus
how are proteins and traits similar?
proteins act as an chemical triggers and messengers for one of the many processes in the cell
what does uracil replace in mRNA
thymine
the order of the rna determines what?
order of the amino acids