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Your body determines which proteins are made based on the code in your DNA. A Fuse School video explains how protein synthesis works. It starts with DNA, moves through transcription, RNA, mRNA, completes translation, tRNA, and finally becomes a protein.
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Instructional Ideas
- Copy the diagram at 4:55 into science journals
- Have pupils play the protein synthesis game here
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of DNA and RNA
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Highlights vocabulary throughout
- Requires very little class time
Cons
- None