IB skill practice

Use gene expression and protein synthesis models

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 5

Distinguish transcription and translation

A gene expression diagram in a lake-weed photosynthesis practical shows DNA being used to make mRNA, then mRNA being used to make a polypeptide. Name the two stages in order. Use the diagram, molecular model, or data labels before answering. Enter the answer and choose the interpretation that best matches the biological evidence.

Worked practice: biological evidence and answer

Use the labelled biological evidence first, then connect it to the final answer.