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Translate DNA sequences into amino acid codes, uncover protein names & functions using BLAST search technology. Maximize your research efficiency now!
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Function finders blast Discover how DNA sequences code for proteins with different roles and functions
Function finders activity • Translate the DNA code into an amino acid sequence using the codon wheel • Use the amino acid sequence to discover the proteins name and function using a BLAST search
The codon wheel • Start from the centre and move outwardsExample: CAT = H (Histidine)
The codon wheeL • Translate the following:atg gag gag ccg cag tca gat cctagcgtc gag ccg D M P Q S P S V E P E E
Running uniprot blast www.uniprot.org/blast/
1. Antifreeze protein type iii DOAA, Wikimedia commons
2. GREEN FLUORESCENT PROTEIN S. Roy, Wellcome Images
3. LUCIFERASE Antfarmer, Wikimedia Commons
4. ODORANT RECEPTOR PROTEIN Centers for disease control and prevention, Wikimedia Commons
5. ALPHA-BUNGAROTOXIN Skink Chen, Flickr
6. HISTONE H2B Paul Dixon
7. CASPASE 1 Paul Martin, Wellcome Images
8. LEGHAEMOGLOBIN Hohum, Wikimedia Commons