Key biology terms used in this article
| Keyword | Definition |
|---|---|
| Central dogma | The 2-step process of transcription and translation, which takes genetic material in the form of DNA (nucleic acids) and converts it to the final protein product. |
| Transcription | The process of converting the DNA into RNA. |
| Translation | The process converting RNA into a protein. |
| Alternative splicing | During transcription, a single gene that codes for multiple proteins by coding for differing exons. These differences can cause changes to protein structure and function. |
| Posttranscriptional modification | A modification, such as phosphorylation, to a protein after it has been completely translated. This can cause changes to protein function and activity. |