Here's a breakdown:
* Gene: A segment of DNA that contains the code for a specific protein. This code is written in the form of a sequence of nucleotides (adenine, guanine, cytosine, and thymine).
* Protein: A complex molecule made up of amino acids that performs a wide variety of functions in the body, such as building and repairing tissues, transporting substances, and catalyzing chemical reactions.
The process of converting the genetic code within a gene into a protein is called protein synthesis.
