Question

The processes of transcription and translation are a complex mechanism by which proteins are synthesized. Select the choice below that accurately places the steps of this process in order.DNA is transcribed into mRNA and then translated into tRNA.DNA is translated into tRNA and then is transcribed into mRNA.mRNA is transcribed into tRNA and then a molecule of DNA is created.DNA is transcribed into mRNA and the mRNA is translated into a protein.

Answer 1

During transcription, the DNA serves as a template to the formation of a mature mRNA (messenger RNA). This process is catalyzed by an enzyme called RNA polymerase II.

During translation, a mRNA is decoded in a ribosome to produce an amino acid chain (or a polypeptide). This polypeptide will fold to create an active protein.

Therefore, the correct answer is DNA is transcribed into mRNA and the mRNA is translated into a protein.