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This animation shows the transcription of DNA into RNA.

DNA is copied into RNA in a process called genetic transcription. The process starts with a molecule unzipping the DNA. The molecule then copies one of the two strands of DNA into a strand of RNA.

This animation brings the process to life, showing three-dimensional representations of the molecules involved. Depending on students’ backgrounds, it may be helpful to pause the animation at various points to identify the molecules and describe their interactions.

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Topics:

DNA & RNA

Grade Levels:

High School — AP/IB

High School — General