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A gene can easily be identified from the DNA sequence. Transcription (copying the code) occurs
within the cell nucleus where DNA is located. Protein Synthesis is very important because the
proteins created during this process control the activities of the cells. Once the A site and P site both
have charged tRNAs present, a peptide bond is formed between the two amino acids through a
nucleophilic attack of the A site amino acid onto the P site amino acid. This crucial process requires
an enzyme known as aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase ( Figure 19.12 “Binding of an Amino Acid to Its
tRNA” ). The energy for each bond between amino acids is derived from GTP, a molecule similar to
ATP. The translation begins with the initiator codon AUG. A gene is composed of the open reading
frame (aka coding sequence) that is flanked by regulatory sequences. Next thing that happened is
another tRNA comes in and repeat until they make a single RNA, which is the exact copy of the
original DNA. A ribosome is split into two parts and the strand of mRNA runs through it like ribbon
through an old-fashioned typewriter. Both types, though, are each made up of two subunits of
differing sizes. RNA however, contains the nucleotides adenine, guanine, cytosine, and uracil (U).
The enzyme is ready to make a strand of mRNA with a complementary sequence of bases. The
enzyme RNA polymerase opens the DNA recipe book that sits inside the cell nucleus. Because each
strand is complementary to the other, each can form a template when separated. Also, the types of
amino acids play a crucial role in determining the expression of genes in this process. The enzyme
can only work by building a new strand in the 5' y 3' direction. The information in DNA is not
directly converted into proteins, but must first be copied into RNA. In translation, the message
coded in mRNA is converted into a protein. At that point, RNA polymerase releases the mRNA
polymer and detaches from the DNA. EF-Tu, in conjugation with GTP, brings the appropriate
aminoacyl-tRNA to match the new codon in the A-site. ii. EF-Tu, in conjugation with GTP, brings
the appropriate aminoacyl-tRNA to match the new codon in the A-site. iii. EF-G, using energy from
GTP, translocates the tripeptidyl-tRNA, together with its mRNA codon, to the P site. Protein folding
is the folding of the polypeptide chains to assume secondary and tertiary structures. While
transcription occurs in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, the process is more complex in
eukaryotes. Ribosomes serve as the site of protein synthesis that attaches to the mRNA at its 5’end
and causes the initiation of the polypeptide chain with the help of initiation factors. Cancer cells can
produce up to 7,500 ribosomal subunits (small and large) every minute. As the ribosome translocates,
the tRNA leaves the ribosome through the E-site, while new tRNA enters the A-site in order to
continue elongating the amino acid chain. Titin or connectin is the largest protein molecule and
contains around 33,000 amino acids. The tRNA recognises and joins the initiation codon carrying the
specific amino acid. However, if the nucleotides are arranged in groups of 3, the number of different
possible combinations is 4 3, or 64. An anticodon is complementary to the codon for an amino acid.
Each letter of DNA code has its own key and each new letter formed by mRNA carries a lock that
suits this key, a little like tRNA. DNA has the genetic code for the protein that needs to be made, but
proteins are made by the ribosomes—ribosomes are outside the nucleus in the cytoplasm. The newly
transcribed mRNA is released by the polymerase enzyme, which then migrates to the cytoplasm to
complete the process of protein synthesis. In addition to the mRNA template, many other molecules
contribute to the process of translation, such as ribosomes, tRNAs, and various enzymatic factors.
The DNA in the promoter region contains specific sequences that allow RNA polymerase to bind to
the DNA. Proteins which are synthesised at free-floating ribosomes in the cytosol are used within the
cell, while those produced on the rough endoplasmic reticulum are secreted for use outside of the
cell. DNA polymerase checks for these errors by checking the width of the helix. The formyl group is
removed downstream once more amino acids have been added to the nascent peptide chain. During
this phase, the hydrogen bonds of the RNA-DNA helix break. The first step in protein synthesis is
the transcription of messenger RNA ( mRNA ) from a DNA gene in the nucleus. The recipes are
translated into a language that other molecules can decipher at a later stage. GTP supplies the energy
for the formation of the pre-initiation complex. ii. These initiation factors are designed as IFs. The
transcript leaves the nucleus and reaches the ribosomes for translation into a protein molecule with a
specific sequence of amino acids. In brief, transcription is the process by which the mRNA template
is transcribed from DNA. The DNA strand that is used in protein synthesis is called the template
strand. When RNA polymerase transcribes the DNA, guanine pairs with cytosine (G-C) and adenine
pairs with uracil (A-U). IF-3 binding prevents the premature binding of the 50S unit, and also plays a
role in directing the mRNA strand. Each ribosome has three binding sites, E-site (Exit site), A-site
(aminoacyl site), and P-site (peptidyl site). Protein Examples Hemoglobin is a protein in your blood
that transports oxygen. A specific sequence of nucleotides marks the origin. (a sequence of about 150
nucleotides rich in GATC). List two ways the structure of RNA differs from the structure of DNA.
The sequence of amino acids in a protein - its primary structure determines its 3-dimensional shape
and therefore its properties and functions. The tRNA key for an mRNA codon is called an
anticodon. Protein synthesis is an elaborated process that involves the following steps: 1. The
ribosome reads the sequence of codons in mRNA, and molecules of tRNA bring amino acids to the
ribosome in the correct sequence. Special viruses known as retroviruses use reverse transcription to
replicate their viral genomes. For example, a human protein called APOB, which helps transport
lipids in the blood, has two different forms because of editing. The way that DNA codes for
polypeptides is central to our understanding of how cells and organisms function. Also included are
topics on DNA replication during interphase of the cell cycle, DNA mutation and repair mechanisms,
gene pool, modification, and diseases. Read More. This leads to the opening (unwinding) of DNA at
the promoter region, forming a transcription bubble.
The single start and three stop codons are clearly marked on this codon wheel. One gene-one
enzyme hypothesis (Beadle and Tatum) Later revised to the one gene-one polypeptide hypothesis
Transcription synthesis of RNA under the direction of DNA (mRNA) Translation synthesis of a
polypeptide under the direction of mRNA. Both of these proteins have a distinct structure and
function that we will examine in the body coverings section of this guide. The acceptor stem is the
site where a specific amino acid is attached (in this case, the tRNA with amino acid is called
aminoacyl-tRNA ). Log into your account your username your password Forgot your password.
During transcription, a strand of mRNA is made that is complementary to a strand of DNA called a
gene. Protein Synthesis. Sometimes proteins need to be made but DNA is trapped inside nucleus
How does the “ code” for making proteins get out. I also suggest completing the workbook questions
to help you prepare for the type of questions that will appear on the test. Both prokaryotes and
eukaryotes produce various proteins for multifarious processes and functions. Proteins are made up
of long chains of amino acids, which are either arranged in a linear pattern, or folded to form a
complex structure. The larger subunit serves as the ribozyme that catalyzes the peptide bond
formation between amino acids. The final error rate is only one per ten billion nucleotides. It is also
involved in exporting mRNA from the nucleus, and it protects mRNA from enzymes that might
break it down. The first thing that happened is amino acid attached to tRNA. RF 1 leads to a
mismatched pairing between the P-site codon and the anticodon of the peptidyl-tRNA. If each
nucleotide coded for 1 amino acid, then obviously the nucleic acids could code for only 4 amino
acids. IF-2 is a GTP-binding protein, and hydrolysis of the GTP releases all initiation factors from
the freshly assembled initiation complex. Transcription is the process in which RNA copy the
sequence of DNA. Titin or connectin is the largest protein molecule and contains around 33,000
amino acids. After the amino acid molecule has been bound to its tRNA carrier, protein synthesis can
take place. Figure 19.13 “The Elongation Steps in Protein Synthesis” depicts a schematic stepwise
representation of this all-important process. This ensures that the information contained within the
DNA does not become tainted. Transcription: DNA transcribes code to mRNA in nucleus
Translation: tRNA transports amino acids to mRNA on ribosome, builds polypeptide. This book lists
the instructions that show a cell how to make every tiny part of every system, organ, and tissue
within our bodies. Spider-Man brands his new suit as he swings gracefully past Rockefeller Center
and its massive Christmas tree. 6 wins 60 0 0 4 wins 40 Daredevil Matt Murdock Earth-616. List two
ways the structure of RNA differs from the structure of DNA. The body needs to make more keratin
( Keratin is a protein. These releases the polypeptide from the P site allowing the ribosomes to
dissociate into two subunits by the energy derived from GTP, leaving the mRNA. With each step, a
charged tRNA enters the complex, the polypeptide becomes one amino acid longer, and an
uncharged tRNA departs. The coding DNA and mRNA recipes (sequences) for glutathione contain
nine bases. Next, IF-1 binds to the A site on the 30S which is the site where all charged tRNAs are
first bound.
At this stage, the 30S pre-initiation complex is fully assembled which attracts the 50S subunit to
spontaneously assemble with it. The process of protein synthesis takes place in multiple ribosomes
simultaneous and all throughout the cell cytoplasm. Views expressed here do not necessarily reflect
those of Biology Online, its staff, or its partners. Role Of Mrna In Protein Synthesis Video Lesson
Transcript Study Com Innate immune systems are found in all animals.. Mitochondria and
chloroplastsThe theory proposes that these organelles evolved from certain types of bacteria that
eukaryotic cells engulfed through phagocytosisThese cells and the bacteria trapped inside them
entered an endosymbiotic relationship meaning that the bacteria. Its anticodon reads and binds to the
complementary codon of the mRNA chain by hydrogen bonds. Examples are the production of
fibrin from fibrinogen in the clotting cascade and the production of pepsin from pepsinogen in the
digestive system. Spider-Man brands his new suit as he swings gracefully past Rockefeller Center
and its massive Christmas tree. 6 wins 60 0 0 4 wins 40 Daredevil Matt Murdock Earth-616. After
translation, the newly formed protein undergoes further processing, such as proteolysis, post-
translational modification, and protein folding. A protein called keratin How does your body make a
new nail to replace the one that broke off. Summary of protein synthesis DNA strand in nucleus
RNA message copied from DNA Occurs in the nucleus Occurs in the cytoplasm at the ribosome
mRNA moves out to cytoplasm 25. A protein is a high molecular weight organic compound and is a
biopolymer of amino acids that are joined together by peptide bonds. Single strand of nucleotides
instead of double stranded Has uracil instead of thymine. The pituitary gland and hypothalamus are
the most important in regards to the regulation of growth and development. In eukaryotes, it initially
occurs in the nucleus to create a transcript ( mRNA ) of the coding region of the DNA. All rights
reserved DNA is safely stored in the nucleus. Black Cat has a much longer romantic history with
Daredevils friend and ally Spider-Man. These sites are important in the catalytic activity of
ribosomes. Given the differences between prokaryotic 70S ribosomes and eukaryotic 80S ribosomes,
organisms have evolved small molecules that can selectively target 70S ribosomes and 80S ribosomes
to selectively kill off its target. The enzyme DNA polymerase converts the single-stranded cDNA
into a double-stranded molecule as it does in DNA replication. There are three release factors (RF-1
or RF-2 and RF-3) for recognition of termination codons. 13. The genetic code may differ in
mitochondria and chloroplast. Image Credit: National Science Foundation, (public domain).
Transcription. Transcribing or copying the coded message of DNA onto a single stranded nucleic acid
called mRNA. In elongation, RNA polymerase transcribes DNA into RNA. Next thing that happened
is another tRNA comes in and repeat until they make a single RNA, which is the exact copy of the
original DNA. The function of the ribosome is to bind the tRNA molecules and then move through
the ribosome. If, for example, a short DNA sequence on the template strand is represented by C-A-
G-T-T-A or cytosine-adenine-guanine-thymine-thymine-adenine, RNAP will connect the correct
partner bases obtained from populations of free-floating bases within the nucleus. Through it, N-
terminal, C-terminal, or the internal amino-acid residues are removed from the polypeptide. This is
carried out by the ribosome, an evolutionarily conserved ribonucleoprotein complex, and assisted by
many other proteins and RNA molecules. The proteins eventually degrade or are exported out of the
cells.

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