Protein Synthesis PowerPoint, Guided Notes with KEY

UPDATED OCTOBER 2021: A completely updated and redesigned PPT and guided student notes! The PowerPoint covers the process of protein synthesis, DNA and chromosomal mutations as well as genetic engineering technology. Each mutation slide includes multiple syndromes and diseases in humans that are caused by the mutation. The genetic engineering section has been extensively updated to include CRISPR technology and real-world applications of genetic engineering in the United States. Included in this post: PPT file with detailed and updated presentation notes and animations, PDF file with fill-in-the-blank student notes and teacher answer key.

This PPT covers protein synthesis (transcription and translation). Topics align to the following eligible content from Unit 6 - Genetics of the Pennsylvania Biology Keystone Exam:

Explain the process of protein synthesis (ie, transcription, translation, and protein modification)

• Describe how the processes of transcription and translation are similar in all organisms
• Describe the role of ribosomes, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, and the nucleus in the production of specific types of proteins

Explain how genetic information is expressed

• Describe how genetic mutations alter the DNA sequence or may or may not affect phenotype (eg, silent, nonsense, frame-shift)

Apply scientific thinking, processes, tools, and technologies in the study of genetics

• Explain how genetic engineering has impacted the fields of medicine, forensics, and agriculture (eg, selective breeding, gene splicing, cloning, genetically modified organisms, gene therapy.