3.5.5 - Ribosomes
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Practice Questions
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What is the main function of ribosomes?
💡 Hint: Think about what ribosomes do in a cell.
Where are ribosomes found in a cell?
💡 Hint: Consider the different locations ribosomes can occupy.
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What is the primary role of ribosomes in cells?
💡 Hint: Remember what ribosomes are known for.
True or False: Ribosomes can only be found bound to the endoplasmic reticulum.
💡 Hint: Think about where ribosomes are located.
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If a mutation occurs in the mRNA sequence leading to a change in a codon, what impact can this have on the resulting protein? Discuss the potential consequences in terms of protein structure and function.
💡 Hint: Think about how a single letter in a word can change the entire meaning.
Design an experiment to examine the effect of ribosome inhibitors on protein synthesis in a cell. What would your hypothesis be?
💡 Hint: Consider how you would measure proteins—what indicators would show change?
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