Anticodon

The anticodon is a sequence of three nucleotides found on transfer RNA (tRNA) molecules. During translation, it pairs with the complementary codon on messenger RNA (mRNA), ensuring the correct amino acid is incorporated into the growing polypeptide chain.

Amino Acid

Amino acids play a crucial role during protein synthesis. They are the building blocks of proteins, with each amino acid specified by a three-letter code called a codon on the mRNA. The sequence of amino acids determines the structure and function of the resulting protein, making them essential for the proper functioning of living organisms.

t-RNA

tRNA, or transfer RNA, plays a crucial role during translation. It acts as an adapter molecule, carrying specific amino acids to the ribosome, the cellular machinery responsible for protein synthesis. Without tRNA, the accurate assembly of amino acids into proteins wouldn't be possible, impeding essential cellular functions and processes.