DNA Structure

Front

What are the three components of a nucleotide?

Back

sugar, phosphate, nitrogen base

Front

What type of bond joins nitrogenous bases in DNA?

Back

hydrogen bonds

Front

What molecules form the sides (backbone) of the DNA ladder?

Back

deoxyribose sugar and phosphate

Front

Why is DNA important?

Back

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

Front

Which nitrogenous base does Guanine bond with?

Back

Cytosine

Front

What is the structure of DNA commonly described as?

Back

A double helix.

Front

What are the four nitrogenous bases in DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine

Front

What is the role of deoxyribose in DNA?

Back

It is the sugar component of the nucleotide.

Front

What is the function of DNA replication?

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To create an identical copy of DNA for cell division.

Front

What is the significance of complementary base pairing in DNA?

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It ensures accurate DNA replication and transcription.