From DNA to Protein

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Objective

I can describe how DNA is transcribed into RNA and translated into proteins.

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Warm-up video

2 Minute Classroom · 5:41

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Practice

12 questions

1

What is the main purpose of transcription?

2

Describe the role of RNA polymerase in transcription.

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe the process of transcription, including the roles of RNA polymerase, the promoter, and the template strand.

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