DNA & RNA

Front

What sugar does RNA have in its backbone?

Back

Ribose

Front

Which molecule exits the nucleus after being made?

Back

RNA

Front

Which molecule can only ever be found in the nucleus?

Back

DNA

Front

What method did Rosalind Franklin use to capture images that helped determine DNA's structure?

Back

X-ray crystallography

Front

If the DNA code is TAAAG, what will the matching RNA code be?

Back

AUUUC

Front

What is the primary function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What is the primary function of RNA?

Back

To act as a messenger carrying instructions from DNA for controlling the synthesis of proteins.

Front

What are the building blocks of DNA and RNA?

Back

Nucleotides.

Front

What are the three components of a nucleotide?

Back

A phosphate group, a sugar, and a nitrogenous base.

Front

What are the four nitrogenous bases in DNA?

Back

Adenine (A), Thymine (T), Cytosine (C), Guanine (G).