DNA Structure (PLTW 1.1.5)

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What is the basic building block of DNA?

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Nucleotide

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What type of bond connects nitrogenous bases in DNA?

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Hydrogen bonds

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Can bacteria be infected by viruses?

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Yes, by bacteriophages.

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Which nitrogenous base pairs with Cytosine in DNA?

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Guanine

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Which of the following is not a nitrogen base found in DNA: Adenine, Thymine, Uracil, Cytosine?

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Uracil

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What are the four nitrogenous bases found in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine

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What is the role of DNA in living organisms?

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DNA stores genetic information and provides instructions for development and functioning.

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What is the structure of DNA commonly described as?

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A double helix.

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What is the complementary base pairing rule in DNA?

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Adenine pairs with Thymine, and Cytosine pairs with Guanine.

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What is a bacteriophage?

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A virus that infects bacteria.