SOL Review # 3

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What holds the two strands of DNA together?

Back

Hydrogen bonds.

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What is the part of the cell cycle when a cell separates into two daughter cells?

Back

Cytokinesis.

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What is a double-stranded molecule that contains instructions for manufacturing proteins?

Back

DNA.

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What is the result of DNA replication?

Back

Two DNA molecules, each with one new strand and one original strand.

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What are the building blocks (monomers) of DNA molecules?

Back

Nucleotides.

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What is the function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

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What are nucleotides made of?

Back

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

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What is the role of hydrogen bonds in DNA?

Back

They hold the two strands of DNA together.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

Back

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

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What is the process of copying DNA called?

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DNA replication.