From DNA to Protein
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I can describe how DNA is transcribed into RNA and translated into proteins.
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Practice
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What is the main purpose of transcription?
Describe the role of RNA polymerase in transcription.
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Exit ticket
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“Describe the process of transcription, including the roles of RNA polymerase, the promoter, and the template strand.”
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