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′-AUG-5′
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Translation
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In prokaryotes, which of the following sequences is responsible for initiating translation?
A
Kozak sequence
B
Initiation sequence
C
Shine-delgarno sequence
D
Elongation sequence

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Understand the role of translation initiation in prokaryotes: Translation is the process by which ribosomes synthesize proteins using mRNA as a template. Initiation is the first step where the ribosome assembles around the target mRNA.
Identify the key sequences involved in translation initiation: In prokaryotes, the Shine-Dalgarno sequence is crucial for the initiation of translation. It is a ribosomal binding site in the mRNA, located upstream of the start codon.
Learn about the Shine-Dalgarno sequence: This sequence is rich in purines (adenine and guanine) and is complementary to a region on the 16S rRNA of the small ribosomal subunit, allowing the ribosome to bind to the mRNA.
Differentiate between prokaryotic and eukaryotic initiation sequences: The Kozak sequence is a eukaryotic consensus sequence that plays a similar role in translation initiation, but it is not found in prokaryotes.
Recognize the importance of the Shine-Dalgarno sequence: It ensures that the ribosome is correctly positioned to start translation at the start codon, which is typically AUG, ensuring accurate protein synthesis.
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