DNA STRUCTURE

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What type of bond joins nitrogenous bases in DNA?

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Hydrogen bonds.

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What two molecules make up the backbone of the DNA structure?

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Deoxyribose sugar and phosphate.

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What is the primary function of DNA in living organisms?

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It serves as the blueprint for traits of all living things.

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How would you describe the structure of a DNA molecule?

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It is a double helix.

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What does the acronym DNA stand for?

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Deoxyribonucleic acid.

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What are the four nitrogenous bases found in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine.

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What base pairs with Adenine in DNA?

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Thymine.

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What is the significance of the double helix structure of DNA?

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It allows for the efficient storage of genetic information and replication.

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What is the role of the phosphate group in DNA?

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It forms part of the backbone, linking deoxyribose sugars together.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains deoxyribose, while RNA is single-stranded and contains ribose.