key term - TRNA

Definition

tRNA, or transfer RNA, is a type of RNA molecule that plays a crucial role in protein synthesis. It carries specific amino acids to the ribosome during translation and helps in the assembly of proteins based on the information encoded in mRNA.

Related terms

Amino Acid:

Amino acids are organic compounds that serve as the building blocks for proteins. Each tRNA molecule specifically binds to one type of amino acid.

Ribosome:

Ribosomes are cellular structures where protein synthesis occurs. They provide the platform for tRNA molecules to bring amino acids together and form proteins.

Codon:

Codons are sequences of three nucleotides on mRNA that correspond to specific amino acids. The binding sites on tRNA recognize and pair with these codons during translation.