DNA Structure and Replication

Front

Which organelle is DNA usually found in?

Back

Nucleus

Front

Guanine bonds with _____________.

Back

Cytosine

Front

Which shows the correct complementary nitrogen base pairing for DNA?

Back

T-A, G-C

Front

Why is DNA important?

Back

It serves as the blueprint for making proteins in living organisms.

Front

Describe the 2 DNA molecules produced during DNA replication.

Back

Each molecule has an original side and a new side.

Front

What is the structure of DNA?

Back

DNA is a double helix composed of two strands of nucleotides.

Front

What are the four nitrogen bases in DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine.

Front

What is the role of DNA polymerase in DNA replication?

Back

DNA polymerase synthesizes new DNA strands by adding nucleotides complementary to the template strand.

Front

What is the function of the helicase enzyme during DNA replication?

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Helicase unwinds the double helix, separating the two strands of DNA.

Front

What is the significance of complementary base pairing in DNA?

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Complementary base pairing ensures accurate replication and transcription of genetic information.