Where does transcriotion and translation occur?

Here's a breakdown of where transcription and translation take place:

Transcription:

* Location: Nucleus of a eukaryotic cell

* Process: DNA is used as a template to create a messenger RNA (mRNA) molecule. This mRNA molecule carries the genetic code from the DNA to the ribosomes.

Translation:

* Location: Cytoplasm of a eukaryotic cell, specifically on ribosomes.

* Process: The mRNA molecule is read by ribosomes, and the code is used to assemble amino acids into a protein.

Simplified Analogy:

Think of transcription as copying a recipe from a cookbook (DNA) onto a note card (mRNA). Then, translation is like using the note card to guide the chef (ribosome) in assembling a meal (protein).

Key Differences:

* Transcription: DNA to RNA

* Translation: RNA to Protein

Let me know if you'd like more details on these processes!