Multiple Choice
Which of the following initiates the process of transcription in a eukaryotic cell?
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10. Transcription
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What is the primary purpose of transcription in eukaryotic cells?
A
To modify proteins after translation
B
To replicate DNA before cell division
C
To synthesize RNA from a DNA template
D
To translate mRNA into a polypeptide chain
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Understand that transcription is a fundamental biological process in eukaryotic cells where genetic information is transferred from DNA to RNA.
Recall that transcription involves synthesizing a complementary RNA strand from a DNA template, which is the first step in gene expression.
Recognize that transcription does not involve protein modification, DNA replication, or translation; these are separate processes.
Identify that the RNA produced during transcription can be messenger RNA (mRNA), which later serves as a template for protein synthesis during translation.
Conclude that the primary purpose of transcription is to synthesize RNA from a DNA template, enabling the cell to express genes.
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