Briefly Describe Protein Synthesis in a Cell

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Essay

Briefly describe protein synthesis in a cell. Be sure to include the following terms: nucleus, ribosome, DNA, gene, mRNA, tRNA, amino acids, and cytoplasm.

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Definitions:

Double-Stranded DNA

The structure of DNA in which two linear strands run in opposite directions (antiparallel) and are wound around each other, much like a twisted ladder, forming the characteristic double helix.

Sticky Ends

Single-stranded overhangs resulting from the action of restriction enzymes on DNA, which can be used to join DNA fragments together.

Viruses

Viruses are microscopic infectious agents that replicate only inside the living cells of an organism, leading to various diseases.

Vector DNA

A DNA molecule used as a vehicle to artificially carry foreign genetic material into another cell.