Genetic Material

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What does it mean for DNA strands to be anti-parallel?

Back

The two strands of DNA run in opposite directions, meaning one strand runs 5' to 3' and the other runs 3' to 5'.

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Define heredity.

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Heredity is the passing down of traits from parents to their offspring.

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Which base pairs with Adenine in DNA?

Back

Thymine is complementary to Adenine.

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What type of bonds hold the two strands of DNA together?

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The two strands of DNA are held together by hydrogen bonds.

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How many chromosomes are found in human body cells?

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There are 46 chromosomes in each human body cell.

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What are the building blocks of DNA?

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Nucleotides are the building blocks of DNA.

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What are the four nitrogenous bases in DNA?

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The four nitrogenous bases in DNA are Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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DNA has a double helix structure, consisting of two strands that twist around each other.

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What is the role of DNA in cells?

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DNA stores genetic information and provides instructions for the development and functioning of living organisms.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains Thymine, while RNA is single-stranded and contains Uracil instead of Thymine.