Protein synthesis
the site of protein synthesis
ribosome
a mutation is define as
a change in the base sequence of DNA
site of fertilization
fallopian tube
zygote
fertilized egg/first cell created after fertilization
step one of protein synthesis - transcription
DNA makes a copy into RNA so it is able to leave the nucleus
a mutation always causes a change in the amino acid sequence (True of False) - be able to explain
False - can be silent mutation
DNA will still code for the same amino acid
function of the ovary
egg
hormones
mitosis
RNA brings code to ribosomes to be "decoded" amino acid chain is formed
Example of environment affecting gene expression
answers will vary
Function of the uterus
where embryo develops
where materials pass from mother to fetus/temporary organ
placenta
in order for a mutation to be passed on to offspring, it must occur here
gamete
the role of DNA in protein synthesis
instructions
transcribe and translate:
DNA: TTC GTA CAG
RNA:______________
A.A.: _____________
RNA: AAG CAU GUC
A.A.: Lys His Val
male gamete
sperm
the process that forms gametes
meiosis
factors that can cause mutations
mistake during meiosis
environment: radiation, toxins,
a mistake during meiosis that can cause a genetic disease