Question

The tRNA bases called ___________ are complementary to three consecutive nucleotides on an mRNA molecule.

Answer 1

Here's a hint: The three consecutive nucleotides on the mRNA molecules are called codons

Answer 2

@ggw513 I thought it was anticodon but I just know that isn't right

Answer 3

Why do you think it's not right? I have a text book in front of me, so I can double check if you want.

Answer 4

I am pretty sure its anticodon, too.

Answer 5

"Each tRNA molecule carries just one kind of amino acid. In addition, each tRNA molecule has three unpaired bases, collectively call the anticodon"

Answer 6

If you have the book, it's on page 369.

Answer 7

that I true for tRNA, it says "are complementary to three consecutive nucleotides on an mRNA molecule. " though

Answer 8

Yes, the tRNA carries the anticodon to complement the mRNA's codons. That's how they create amino acids. Here, I have a link that might help.

Answer 9

Hold on

Answer 10

https://www.explorelearning.com/index.cfm?method=cExtAccessSecure.dspResource&resourceID=442&certificate=authorizer%3dConAcad%26userid%3d1632793%26expires%3d2016%252f01%252f12%2b01%253a38%253a48%26hash%3dtoGVx2zQgnLmrer%252fdl357w%253d%253d

Answer 11

It'll help you visualize the process

Answer 12

I understand the process but the answer would be codon instead of anticodon would it not?

Answer 13

No, it'd be anticodon because it asks what the tRNA bases are called. If it asked what the mRNA bases are called, you'd be right.

Answer 14

oh okay, I think I understand it now

Answer 15

Good :) I'm glad I could help. If you need any more help let me know :) I can stay on a little more before I have to take my finals.