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INTRODUCTION • Revise the cell structure covered in Grade 10 with emphasis on the ribosome, cytoplasm and parts
of the nucleus
• Also revise nucleic acids that were covered in Grade 10
CONCEPTS AND Two kinds of nucleic acids are found in a cell, namely DNA Know the meaning of instructional verbs in test
SKILLS and RNA. Nucleic acids consist of nucleotides. and examination questions e.g.
Question 2:
2. The diagram below shows part of a process
involved in the production of a protein (Nov
2019 P2)
Protein synthesis:
Question 7:
7. The diagram below represents two stages of
protein synthesis. (March 2016 P2)
Question 8:
8.1 State TWO differences between a DNA
nucleotide and an RNA nucleotide. (March
2016 P2)
ACTIVITIES/ • Complete the questions in this lesson
ASSESSMENT
CONSOLIDATION • Work through the questions on the structure of RNA and protein synthesis in past NSC examination
papers
• Reflect on your learning and understanding of this topic and assess your progress
VALUES By studying this section, you will develop an ability to critically evaluate and debate scientific issues,
concepts and processes.