Structure of DNA

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Who are the scientists credited with the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA?

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James Watson and Francis Crick.

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In DNA, which base pairs with Adenine?

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Thymine.

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What two molecules make up the backbone of the DNA structure?

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Deoxyribose (sugar) and phosphate.

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Where is DNA primarily located within a cell?

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In the nucleus.

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Which of the following is not a component of DNA? Uracil, Thymine, Guanine, Cytosine?

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Uracil.

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What is the shape of the DNA molecule?

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Double helix.

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What are the four nitrogenous bases found in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine.

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What type of bond holds the nitrogenous bases together in DNA?

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Hydrogen bonds.

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What is the function of DNA in living organisms?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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What sugar is found in the DNA structure?

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Deoxyribose.