For each of the following tRNA anticodon sequences, give the sequence of the corresponding codon sequence, the amino acid carried by the tRNA, and the corresponding DNA coding strand sequence and polarity.
3′-UAC-5′
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Which of the following chemical reactions provides the ribosome with the energy required to complete translation?
A
ATP hydrolysis
B
GTP hydrolysis
C
Protein lysis
D
H2O hydrolysis

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Understand the role of ribosomes in translation: Ribosomes are molecular machines that synthesize proteins by translating mRNA sequences into amino acid chains.
Recognize the energy requirement for translation: Translation is an energy-intensive process that requires energy to form peptide bonds and move the ribosome along the mRNA.
Identify the source of energy: During translation, the energy is primarily provided by the hydrolysis of GTP (guanosine triphosphate), not ATP.
Explore the mechanism of GTP hydrolysis: GTP is hydrolyzed to GDP (guanosine diphosphate) and inorganic phosphate, releasing energy that powers the translocation of the ribosome along the mRNA.
Differentiate between the options: ATP hydrolysis is involved in other cellular processes, protein lysis refers to the breakdown of proteins, and H2O hydrolysis is not directly related to energy provision for translation.
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