protein assembly

Protein assembly is the process by which cells create proteins, the essential molecules that perform various functions. It begins with instructions encoded in DNA, which are transcribed into messenger RNA (mRNA). Ribosomes read the mRNA and link together amino acids in the correct order, forming a chain called a polypeptide. This chain then folds into a specific three-dimensional shape, enabling it to perform its unique biological role. The entire process ensures proteins are correctly built and functional, supporting cellular activity, growth, and repair.