Multiple Choice
What is a significant difference between translation in bacterial cells and eukaryotic cells?
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15. Gene Expression
Review of Transcription vs. Translation
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Which of the following is NOT a difference between DNA and RNA synthesis?
A
DNA synthesis is catalyzed by DNA polymerase, while RNA synthesis is catalyzed by RNA polymerase.
B
DNA synthesis uses deoxyribonucleotides, while RNA synthesis uses ribonucleotides.
C
DNA synthesis requires a primer, while RNA synthesis does not.
D
DNA synthesis occurs in the nucleus, while RNA synthesis occurs in the cytoplasm.
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Identify the key enzymes involved in DNA and RNA synthesis: DNA synthesis is catalyzed by DNA polymerase, and RNA synthesis is catalyzed by RNA polymerase.
Understand the types of nucleotides used in each process: DNA synthesis uses deoxyribonucleotides, whereas RNA synthesis uses ribonucleotides.
Recognize the requirement of a primer: DNA synthesis requires a primer to initiate the process, while RNA synthesis does not need a primer.
Clarify the location of synthesis: DNA synthesis occurs in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells, and RNA synthesis also occurs in the nucleus, not the cytoplasm.
Conclude by identifying the incorrect statement: The statement that DNA synthesis occurs in the nucleus while RNA synthesis occurs in the cytoplasm is incorrect, as both processes occur in the nucleus in eukaryotic cells.
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