Part 2 of Genetics Tour the Code at Work

Biology Life’s Code Name: Part 2 of Genetics Tour – The code at work.

 Site Location: http://gslc.genetics.utah.edu/  Click on the link that says "The Basics and Beyond" then ---Click on the link that says "Build a DNA Molecule"

1. What are the base-pairing rules for DNA?

2. How is DNA replicated?

3. The two-step process by which cells read a gene and produce a string of amino acids that will eventually become a protein is called: ______and ______

Transcribe and Translate a Gene. (Follow the activity link)

4. How is mRNA different from DNA? (Hint read the side-bar on this page for help)

5. What is the correct starting position (Base sequence) for translation?

6. After completing the translation activity write the amino acids used to assemble your protein in order below.

7. Where does translation take place?

8. Once assembled, what is the key to a protein’s unique function?

9. "What Makes a Firefly Glow" (return to "Basics and Beyond")

Fireflies glow to attract a and to avoid

RNA polymerase binds to the ______gene.

When transcription is complete, the LUC mRNA moves to the ______

The ribosome interprets the mRNA to produce a string of ______

In order to become a functioning luciferase enzyme, the string must ______Biology Life’s Code Name:

The enzymes bind to ______to create light.

Visit The DNA Workshop

Interactive Activity: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/aso/tryit/dna/#