Module 07 Concept Assessment (Remotely Proctored)

This chapter focuses on the how DNA is replicated, as well as how the cell uses the DNA as a blueprint to produce all the proteins and other molecules necessary for life.  This idea is described as the central dogma of genetics, illustrated here:

Flow of information between DNA, RNA and protein. Image credit: Genome Research Limited

Begin this module by viewing the following video on Transcription and Translation. TAKE NOTES! YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO RETURN TO THIS PAGE ONCE YOU BEGIN THE ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS!

Focus on:

• why do we need proteins?
• the definition of a gene, DNA polymerase, transcription, translation
• the difference between DNA and RNA

Protein Functions

Introduction to Proteins and Amino Acids

Protein Synthesis

From DNA to Protein

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