One strand of DNA is a template for the synthesis of mRNA.

mRNA mRNA stands for messenger RNA.

Your role is to get and bring back your group’s DNA code from the

nucleus.

You are responsible for using the Protein Synthesis Table to look up

the correct instructions corresponding to the tRNA anticodons. Then you

must tell the tRNA what materials to pick up to construct your “protein.”

After you finish your role, help support your group!

tRNA tRNA stands for transfer RNA.

Your role is to use your tray to measure and transfer (bring) the correct

amount of each ingredient from the cart/counter to your group.

You must transfer ingredients one at a time, returning to your group

between each decoded step.

One end of the tRNA contains an anticodon loop which pairs with an mRNA

codon specifying a certain amino acid. The other end of the tRNA attaches the

amino acid that corresponds to its anticodon sequence. Thus, each type of tRNA

can only attach to one type of amino acid. However, because multiple codons

specify the same amino acid, tRNA that have different anticodons may also carry

the same amino acid.

Large Ribosomal Subunit (rRNA) rRNA stands for ribosomal RNA.

Your role is to oversee your group’s progress.

You are in charge of pouring the ingredients, as Small Ribosomal Subunit

mixes them.

The ribosome is the site of protein synthesis in all living cells. Ribosomes read

the sequence of mRNAs and assemble proteins out of amino acids bound to tRNAs.

Ribosomes are divided into two subunits. The smaller subunit binds to the

mRNA, while the larger subunit binds to the tRNA and the amino acids. When a

ribosome finishes reading an mRNA, these two subunits split apart.

Small Ribosomal Subunit (rRNA) rRNA stands for ribosomal RNA.

Your role is to oversee your group’s progress.

You are in charge of mixing the ingredients together, as Large Ribosomal

Subunit pours them.

The ribosome is the site of protein synthesis in all living cells. Ribosomes read

the sequence of mRNAs and assemble proteins out of amino acids bound to tRNAs.

Ribosomes are divided into two subunits. The smaller subunit binds to the

mRNA, while the larger subunit binds to the tRNA and the amino acids. When a

ribosome finishes reading an mRNA, these two subunits split apart.