DNA Function and Structure

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What is the shape of the DNA molecule?

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Double Helix

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Guanine bonds with ______________.

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Cytosine

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What are the nitrogenous bases found in DNA?

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A, T, G, C

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How many pairs of chromosomes do humans have?

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23 pairs

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Why is DNA important?

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It serves as the blueprint for everything a living organism needs.

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What are the components of a nucleotide?

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A phosphate group, a sugar (deoxyribose), and a nitrogenous base.

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What is the function of DNA?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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What is the role of DNA polymerase?

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To synthesize new DNA strands during replication.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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

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What is a gene?

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A segment of DNA that codes for a protein.