Which of the following refers to the synthesis of RNA from a DNA template?
Exam Question Jun 2008
Exam Question Jun 2008
Translation and transcription
Translation refers to the synthesis of polypeptides (proteins) from mRNA. The process involves:-
- Messenger RNA (mRNA)
- Transfer RNA (tRNA)
- Ribosomal RNA (rRNA)
The coded sequence is translated into proteins.
Transcription is the synthesis of RNA from a DNA template. The word transcribe means to make a full written copy.
