DNA Structure and Function Review

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What is the primary function of DNA?

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Stores genetic information, codes for proteins, and helps determine traits.

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Which base pairs with Adenine in DNA?

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Thymine

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What is the Base Pair rule?

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Cytosine pairs with Guanine, and Adenine pairs with Thymine.

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What does DNA code for?

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Proteins.

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What are the components of DNA?

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Deoxyribose sugar, phosphate group, and nitrogen bases.

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What is NOT a function of DNA?

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Creates energy for cells.

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What accounts for differences in traits between siblings?

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Differences in the sequence of nitrogen bases in their DNA.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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A double helix made of two strands of nucleotides.

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What are nucleotides made of?

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A phosphate group, a deoxyribose sugar, and a nitrogen base.

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What are the four nitrogen bases in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine.