Unit 7 DNA, RNA, & Protein Synthesis

DNA, RNA & Protein Synthesis Standards / Objectives

Bio.3.1 Explain how traits are determined by the structure and function of DNA

Bio.3.1.1 Explain the double-stranded, complementary nature of DNA as related to its function in the cell

Bio.3.1.2 Explain how DNA and RNA code for proteins and determine traits

Bio.4.1 Understand ow biological molecules are essential to the survival of living organisms

Bio.4.1.2 Summarize the relationship among DNA, proteins and amino acids in carrying out the work of cells and how this is similar in all organisms

• • Recall that the sequence of nucleotides in DNA codes for specific amino acids which link to form proteins

  • Identify the 5 nitrogenous bases (A, T, C, G, & U) found in nucleic acids as the same for all organisms

  • Summarize the process of protein synthesis