Translation

Definition

Translation is the process by which cells make proteins, using the instructions coded in DNA and transcribed in mRNA.

Scientific / Technical Definition

Translation is a part of protein synthesis that occurs in the cytoplasm of a cell, where ribosomes read the mRNA sequence and, with the help of transfer RNA (tRNA), assemble amino acids into a polypeptide chain to form a protein. This process involves initiation, elongation, and termination phases, and is crucial for cellular function and muscle growth.

Benefits

• Essential for protein synthesis in cellular functions.
• Promotes muscle growth by forming new proteins.
• Supports repair and maintenance of body tissues.

Examples

• Occurs in cells of meat, fish, and legumes as they synthesize proteins.
• In muscle cells during exercise recovery.

Additional Information

• Importance: Translation is important for the synthesis of proteins, which are critical for the structure, function, and regulation of the body's tissues and organs. Adequate protein synthesis is necessary for muscle repair and growth, especially after exercise.

Related Terms

• Transcription
• Protein Synthesis
• Ribosome
• mRNA
• Amino Acids

References

• Protein Synthesis: A Vital Process In Biology
• Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms of Muscle Growth