DNA Structure and Replication

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What is the primary function of DNA in living organisms?

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DNA serves as the blueprint for making proteins in living organisms.

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What does the acronym DNA stand for?

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DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic acid.

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What is a nucleotide?

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A nucleotide is the basic building block of DNA.

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What are the three components of a nucleotide?

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Nucleotides are composed of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogen base.

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List the four nitrogen bases found in DNA.

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The four nitrogen bases found in DNA are adenine, thymine, cytosine, and guanine.

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What is the structure of DNA commonly described as?

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The structure of DNA is commonly described as a double helix.

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How do the nitrogen bases pair in DNA?

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In DNA, adenine pairs with thymine, and cytosine pairs with guanine.

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What is the role of the sugar-phosphate backbone in DNA?

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The sugar-phosphate backbone provides structural support and stability to the DNA molecule.

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What is the process of DNA replication?

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DNA replication is the process by which a cell makes an identical copy of its DNA before cell division.

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What enzyme is primarily responsible for DNA replication?

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DNA polymerase is the enzyme primarily responsible for DNA replication.