DNA Structure and Function practice

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What are the components that make up the sides of the DNA ladder?

Back

The sides of the DNA ladder are made of alternating sugars and phosphates.

Front

What is the complementary DNA sequence for the strand ATG TGA CAG?

Back

The complementary DNA sequence is TAC ACT GTC.

Front

What is the primary function of DNA in cells?

Back

The primary function of DNA in cells is to store genetic information.

Front

What term describes the passing of traits from one generation to the next?

Back

Heredity.

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NGSS.HS-LS3-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

Front

Which base pairs with Guanine in DNA?

Back

Cytosine.

Front

What are the four main bases found in DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine.

Front

What is the structure of DNA commonly described as?

Back

A double helix.

Front

What type of bond holds the two strands of DNA together?

Back

Hydrogen bonds between complementary base pairs.

Front

What is the role of DNA polymerase in DNA replication?

Back

DNA polymerase synthesizes new DNA strands by adding nucleotides complementary to the template strand.

Front

What is the significance of the 5' and 3' ends of a DNA strand?

Back

They indicate the directionality of the DNA strand, which is important for replication and transcription.