Describe Specifically How Proteins Are Created from the Information Encoded

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Essay

Describe specifically how proteins are created from the information encoded in DNA. Be sure to use the terms gene, mRNA, and ribosome.

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Definitions:

Blood Vessels

Tubular structures carrying blood throughout the body, including arteries, veins, and capillaries.

Amine Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters derived from amino acids that play significant roles in mood regulation, alertness, and the neuronal communication, including dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin.

L-dopa

L-dopa is a chemical precursor to dopamine, used as a medication primarily for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and dopamine-responsive dystonias.

Tyrosine

An amino acid that serves as a precursor to several important neurotransmitters, including dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine.