A diagram of a cellular process is shown below. Which of the following identifies the process shown at point Z? (SC.912.L.16.3)

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Translation
Translocation
Replication
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To determine the process shown at point Z in the diagram of a cellular process, we need to understand the biological processes depicted:

  1. Translation: This is the process where ribosomes synthesize proteins based on the information carried by messenger RNA (mRNA).

  2. Translocation: This generally refers to the movement of a segment of a chromosome or the movement of tRNA during translation.

  3. Replication: This is the process of copying DNA to produce two identical DNA molecules.

  4. Transcription: This is the process of synthesizing RNA from a DNA template.

Without seeing the diagram, if point Z is indicating where mRNA is synthesized from DNA, then it would be Transcription. If it is showing the synthesis of proteins from mRNA, then it would be Translation.

If point Z specifically refers to the production of mRNA, then the answer is Transcription. If it refers to the synthesis of proteins, it is Translation.

Based on typical questions and the context, Transcription is likely the correct answer, but please review the diagram to confirm which specific process is being depicted at point Z.