DNA and RNA are key to this puzzle that helps middle schoolers review basic protein synthesis terms like 'codon' and 'enzyme' with clear, simple clues.
Protein Synthesis and DNA Crossword Puzzle for Kids is a hard crossword puzzle with 12 clues covering . Play it online for free below, or create your own crossword with our free crossword maker.
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Protein Synthesis and DNA Crossword Puzzle for Kids
Challenge young learners with this hard biology crossword focused on protein synthesis and DNA. Perfect for kids aged 8-12 to explore key molecular biology terms.
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- 1. Long chain of amino acids forming a protein
- 3. Decoding mRNA into a chain of amino acids
- 5. Non-coding segment of DNA removed during mRNA processing
- 7. Building block of proteins joined by peptide bonds
- 8. Coding region of a gene that remains in mRNA after splicing
- 11. Change in the DNA sequence that can affect proteins
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- 2. The process of copying DNA into messenger RNA
- 4. Basic unit of DNA and RNA composed of sugar, phosphate, and base
- 6. Three-letter sequence in mRNA that specifies an amino acid
- 9. The set of three nucleotides on tRNA complementary to mRNA
- 10. Cell structure where proteins are assembled
- 12. Enzyme that unwinds the DNA double helix
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