DNA Review Game

Front

What base pairs with Adenine in a double-stranded DNA molecule?

Back

Thymine

Front

What is the process called when DNA makes an exact copy of itself?

Back

Replication

Front

What are the building blocks of DNA called?

Back

Nucleotides

Front

Which enzyme is responsible for joining Okazaki fragments during DNA replication?

Back

Ligase

Front

What is the function of helicase in DNA replication?

Back

To unzip the DNA strands to prepare for replication.

Front

What are the four nitrogenous bases found in DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine

Front

What is the structure of DNA commonly described as?

Back

A double helix.

Front

What is the role of DNA polymerase in DNA replication?

Back

To synthesize new DNA strands by adding nucleotides complementary to the template strand.

Front

What is the significance of the base pairing rule in DNA?

Back

It ensures accurate replication and transcription of genetic information.

Front

What is the difference between leading and lagging strands in DNA replication?

Back

The leading strand is synthesized continuously, while the lagging strand is synthesized in short fragments.