Structure of DNA

Front

What is the shape of DNA commonly referred to as?

Back

Double helix

Front

Which base does Adenine pair with in DNA?

Back

Thymine

Front

What is the complementary DNA sequence for the strand ATG TGA CAG?

Back

TAC ACT GTC

Front

Which base does Guanine pair with in DNA?

Back

Cytosine

Front

In a DNA structure, what do the circles represent?

Back

Phosphates

Front

What are the building blocks of DNA called?

Back

Nucleotides

Front

What are the three components of a nucleotide?

Back

Sugar, phosphate group, nitrogenous base

Front

What is the function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information

Front

What are the four nitrogenous bases in DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine

Front

What type of bond holds the two strands of DNA together?

Back

Hydrogen bonds