DNA Structure

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What are the 4 nitrogen bases in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine.

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In which organelle is DNA usually found?

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Nucleus.

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What determines the specific traits in an organism?

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The sequence of nucleotide bases in the DNA molecule.

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What is the significance of the sequence of nitrogen bases in DNA?

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The order of the nitrogen bases determines the traits that an organism will possess.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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DNA is a double helix made up of two strands of nucleotides.

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What are nucleotides composed of?

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

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What is the role of hydrogen bonds in DNA?

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Hydrogen bonds hold the two strands of DNA together between complementary nitrogen bases.

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What is the function of DNA?

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DNA stores genetic information and provides instructions for the development and functioning of living organisms.

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How do mutations affect DNA?

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Mutations are changes in the DNA sequence that can lead to changes in traits or functions of an organism.

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What is complementary base pairing?

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Adenine pairs with Thymine, and Cytosine pairs with Guanine in DNA.