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Describe the processes involved in protein production within a cell

First, DNA-helicase (an enzyme) separates the two strands of DNA to allow RNA polymerase (another enzyme) to produce messenger RNA (mRNA) from free nucleotides, coded for by a gene in the DNA. The mRNA then ...
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What is a gene?

A gene is a section of DNA that codes for a specific protein.
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What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

Aerobic respiration takes place when oxygen is present, whereas anaerobic respiration takes place when oxygen is absent. Both processes take place in the mitochondria within the cells and releases energy.
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Understanding HIV, vaccines and monoclonal antibodies

To understand how HIV causes infection, students should have an appreciation for its basic virus structure and how it infects humans. Following infection, how does it cause disease and eventually AIDS? Why a...
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How does the process of transcription work?

Transcription is the first part of gene expression - making DNA into functional proteins. It occurs in the nucleus of cells. During transcription, information from DNA is transcribed into messenger RNA (mRNA...
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