Protein Synthesis

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  • Proteins are synthesised on ribosomes, according to a template
  • Carrier molecules bring specific amino acids to add to the growing protein chain in the correct order
  • When the protein chain is complete it folds up to form a unique shape
  • This unique shape enables the proteins to do their job as enzymes, hormones or forming structures in the body such as collagen
  • Protein synthesis