Flashcard 11/6 PBS

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What is DNA profiling used for in forensic science?

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To analyze the genetic makeup of a suspect or victim.

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What determines the code, or information, of a DNA molecule?

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The order (sequence) of the nitrogen bases.

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What is one of the primary applications of DNA in forensic science?

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To identify individual suspects.

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Which of the following is a pyrimidine base in DNA?

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Thymine.

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What structure do DNA strands form during cell division?

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Chromosomes.

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What are the four nitrogen bases found in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine.

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What is the role of adenine in DNA?

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Adenine pairs with thymine in the DNA structure.

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What is the significance of the sequence of nitrogen bases in DNA?

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It encodes the genetic information necessary 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.

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What is the process of DNA replication?

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The process by which DNA makes a copy of itself before cell division.