DNA Replication

DNA Replication

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Biology

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'antiparallel' mean in the context of DNA strands?

Back

In DNA, 'antiparallel' refers to the orientation of the two strands, where one strand runs in the 5' to 3' direction and the other runs in the 3' to 5' direction.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the complementary base pair for Adenine (A) in DNA?

Back

Thymine (T) is the complementary base pair for Adenine (A) in DNA.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is DNA replication essential for living organisms?

Back

DNA replication is crucial because each new cell must have its own complete set of DNA to function properly.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the base pairing rule in DNA?

Back

The base pairing rule states that Adenine pairs with Thymine (A-T) and Cytosine pairs with Guanine (C-G).

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

Hydrogen bonds hold the two strands of the DNA double helix together.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of DNA polymerase in DNA replication?

Back

DNA polymerase is the enzyme responsible for synthesizing new DNA strands by adding nucleotides complementary to the template strand.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the building blocks of DNA?

Back

The building blocks of DNA are nucleotides, which consist of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

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