Ribosome

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A small cell structure that builds proteins

Real World Example

Imagine trying to assemble a piece of furniture from a box filled with various parts and screws. Just as you need instructions and tools to piece it all together into a functional chair or table, a ribosome in a cell uses genetic instructions (messenger RNA) and materials (amino acids) to construct proteins. The ribosome acts like both the instruction manual and the toolkit, methodically reading the "assembly guide" (the RNA) and putting together the "furniture" (proteins), ensuring each piece fits perfectly to create a functional structure within the cell.

Practice Version

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