DNA Structure

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In eukaryotes, which organelle is DNA usually found in?

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Nucleus

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What does DNA stand for?

Back

Deoxyribonucleic acid

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What is a nucleotide?

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A nucleotide is the basic building block of DNA, consisting of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

Front

Why is DNA important?

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

Front

Which nitrogen base does Guanine bond with?

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Cytosine

Front

What are the four nitrogen bases in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine.

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What is the shape of the DNA molecule?

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Double helix.

Front

What is the function of DNA?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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What is the role of the sugar in a nucleotide?

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The sugar (deoxyribose in DNA) forms the backbone of the DNA structure.

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What is a gene?

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A segment of DNA that contains the instructions for making a specific protein.