DNA to Protein Structure and Function

NGSS HS-LS1-1: Construct an explanation based on evidence for how the structure of DNA determines the structure of proteins which carry out the essential functions of life through systems of specialized cells.

1. DNA Sequence

Click on the DNA bases (top row) to mutate the sequence. Observe how it changes the mRNA and protein.

2. Transcription & Translation

mRNA Sequence (Transcription)

Amino Acid Sequence (Translation)

3. Cellular Environment

Select a specialized cell type to see if the produced protein functions correctly within it.

4. Protein Structure (Folding)

The amino acid sequence determines the 3D shape of the protein.

5. Cellular Function

Does the protein structure fit its function in the chosen cell?

Evidence Log

Record observations to construct your explanation of how DNA determines protein structure and cell function.

DNA (Coding) Amino Acids Protein Shape Cell Type Function Outcome

Goals & Challenges