key term - Gene Expression

Definition

Gene expression is the process by which information from a gene is used to create a functional product, usually a protein.

Related terms

Transcription:

This is the first step in gene expression where DNA's information is copied into RNA.

Translation:

This follows transcription and involves decoding the mRNA into a polypeptide chain or protein.

Regulation of Gene Expression: This refers to controlling when genes are transcribed into mRNA. It's like deciding when to use certain recipes in your cookbook.