Mitosis and DNA

Front

Cytosine always pairs with

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Guanine

Front

What does DNA stand for?

Back

Deoxyribonucleic acid

Front

During which parts of the cell cycle does the cell grow?

Back

G1 and G2

Front

What makes up the SIDES of a DNA ladder?

Back

sugars & phosphates

Front

Nitrogenous bases are joined by which type of bond?

Back

hydrogen bonds

Front

What is the function of mitosis?

Back

To divide a cell into two identical daughter cells.

Front

What are the phases of mitosis?

Back

Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.

Front

What is the role of DNA in cells?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What is a chromosome?

Back

A structure made of DNA and proteins that contains genetic information.

Front

What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains thymine; RNA is single-stranded and contains uracil.