Translation and Protein Synthesis

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What is translation in the context of protein synthesis?

Translation is the process of converting mRNA into a protein.

Where does translation occur in the cell?

Translation occurs at the ribosome.

What are codons, and what is their role in translation?

Codons are sequences of three nucleotides that code for amino acids.

What initiates the process of translation?

The start codon AUG on mRNA initiates translation.

What are the key differences between transcription and translation?

Transcription synthesizes RNA from DNA; translation synthesizes proteins from mRNA.

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