From DNA to Protein Transcription and Translation
9th GradeScience50 min
aligned to Emi 201
Learning Objective
I can describe how DNA is transcribed into RNA and translated into proteins.
Lesson Flow
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Transcription and Translation: From DNA to Protein
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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During transcription, enzymes use a strand of DNA to produce mRNA, which carries the genetic information.
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During translation, each set of three bases on the mRNA, called codons, codes for a specific amino acid.
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The start codon, AUG, initiates translation by coding for methionine, while stop codons terminate translation.
Practice
12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Briefly describe the two main steps involved in creating a protein from DNA, including the molecules involved in each step.”
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