DNA

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What is DNA?

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DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) is the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life.

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What are the four nitrogen bases in DNA?

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The four nitrogen bases in DNA are adenine, thymine, cytosine, and guanine.

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What does adenine bond with in DNA?

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Adenine bonds with thymine.

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What does guanine bond with in DNA?

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Guanine bonds with cytosine.

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Where is DNA usually found in a cell?

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DNA is usually found in the nucleus of a cell.

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What is one function of DNA?

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One function of DNA is to store genetic information.

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Which of the following is NOT a function of DNA?

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Tells your body when to move.

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What is the shape of the DNA molecule?

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The shape of the DNA molecule is a double helix.

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What is the role of DNA in protein synthesis?

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DNA provides the instructions for making proteins.

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What is a gene?

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A gene is a segment of DNA that contains the instructions for a specific trait.