Here's how it works:
* Transcription: DNA is transcribed into mRNA using the base pairing rules (A-T, G-C).
* Translation: mRNA is translated into a protein. The mRNA sequence is read in groups of three nucleotides called codons. Each codon corresponds to a specific amino acid.
* Codon-anticodon pairing: tRNA molecules contain a sequence called an anticodon, which is complementary to the mRNA codon. This pairing, following the same base pairing rules (A-U, G-C), ensures that the correct amino acid is brought to the ribosome for protein synthesis.
Therefore, the base pairing rule, fundamental to transcription and DNA replication, is also crucial for the accurate translation of genetic information into proteins.