DNA Review

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What nitrogenous base does adenine pair with in DNA?

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Thymine

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What is the primary function of a gene?

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A gene codes for the production of a particular protein.

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Why do Jane and Josiah have different eye colors?

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Because their DNA codes for different proteins.

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What are genes?

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Genes are segments of DNA that contain the instructions for making proteins.

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Which nitrogen base pairs with guanine?

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Cytosine.

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What are the four main nitrogenous bases in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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DNA is a double helix composed of two strands of nucleotides.

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What is the role of DNA in cells?

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DNA stores genetic information and provides instructions for protein synthesis.

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What is a mutation?

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A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence that can lead to changes in protein production.

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How do proteins affect traits?

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Proteins determine the physical and biochemical traits of an organism.

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