DNA Structure

Front

What forms the sides (backbone) of the DNA ladder?

Back

Deoxyribose (sugar) and phosphate.

Front

What determines the traits that an organism will possess?

Back

The sequence (order) of the Nitrogen Bases in DNA.

Front

What are the three components of a nucleotide?

Back

Sugar, phosphate, and nitrogen base.

Front

Which of the following is not a component of DNA: Nitrogen Base, Sugar, Phosphate, or Carbon Base?

Back

Carbon Base.

Front

In which organelle is DNA usually found?

Back

Nucleus.

Front

What is the role of nitrogen bases in DNA?

Back

Nitrogen bases pair with each other to form the rungs of the DNA ladder and encode genetic information.

Front

Name the four nitrogen bases found in DNA.

Back

Adenine (A), Thymine (T), Cytosine (C), and Guanine (G).

Front

What is the base pairing rule in DNA?

Back

Adenine pairs with Thymine, and Cytosine pairs with Guanine.

Front

What is the structure of DNA commonly described as?

Back

A double helix.

Front

What is the function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.