Transcription takes place in the ______ and translation takes place ______
nucleus; in the cytoplasm at the ribosomes
nucleus; in the cytoplasm at the golgi apparatus
in the cytoplasm at the ribosomes; in the nucleus
in the cytoplasm at the ribosomes; in the rough endoplasmic reticulum
The Correct Answer is A
A. nucleus; in the cytoplasm at the ribosomes
Transcription is the process of converting DNA to mRNA and occurs in the nucleus. Translation is the process of reading mRNA to synthesize proteins and occurs at the ribosomes, which are located in the cytoplasm (either free-floating or bound to rough ER).
B. nucleus; in the cytoplasm at the Golgi apparatus
Transcription occurs in the nucleus. But translation does not occur at the Golgi apparatus. The Golgi modifies, packages, and ships proteins, but does not synthesize them.
C. in the cytoplasm at the ribosomes; in the nucleus
This reverses the correct locations. Transcription is not in the cytoplasm, and translation is not in the nucleus.
D. in the cytoplasm at the ribosomes; in the rough endoplasmic reticulum
Transcription does not occur in the cytoplasm. While translation can occur on ribosomes attached to the rough ER, that’s a subset of ribosomes. The general location of translation is in the cytoplasm.
Nursing Test Bank
Naxlex Comprehensive Predictor Exams
Related Questions
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. carbohydrates – monosaccharides: Carbohydrates are built from monosaccharides like glucose or fructose.
B. lipids – amino acids: Lipids are made from fatty acids and glycerol, not amino acids.
C. nucleic acids – nucleotides: DNA and RNA are polymers made of nucleotide building blocks.
D. carbohydrates – 5 or 6 carbon ring simple sugars: Carbohydrates often consist of 5 or 6 carbon sugars such as glucose (C₆) and ribose (C₅).
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. compounds that are ionically bonded together: Ionic compounds (like NaCl) dissociate easily in water because water's polarity can separate the positive and negative ions.
B. carbon-hydrogen chains, like saturated fats: These are nonpolar covalent compounds and are hydrophobic, so they don’t dissolve or dissociate well in water.
C. compounds that are covalently bonded together: Covalent bonds are strong and molecules remain intact in water; they don’t dissociate into ions.
D. compounds with covalent and some polar covalent bonds: These might partially dissolve but don’t dissociate readily into ions like ionic compounds do.
Whether you are a student looking to ace your exams or a practicing nurse seeking to enhance your expertise , our nursing education contents will empower you with the confidence and competence to make a difference in the lives of patients and become a respected leader in the healthcare field.
Visit Naxlex, invest in your future and unlock endless possibilities with our unparalleled nursing education contents today
Report Wrong Answer on the Current Question
Do you disagree with the answer? If yes, what is your expected answer? Explain.
Kindly be descriptive with the issue you are facing.