DNA Structure

Front

What are the components of a nucleotide?

Back

Sugar, Phosphate, Nitrogen base

Front

In which organelle is DNA primarily located?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What is the primary function of DNA?

Back

It serves as the blueprint for traits of all living things.

Front

How would you best describe the structure of a DNA molecule?

Back

Double helix.

Front

What are the monomers that make up a strand of DNA?

Back

Nucleotides.

Front

What are the four nitrogen bases found in DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine.

Front

What is the role of the sugar in a nucleotide?

Back

It forms the backbone of the DNA structure.

Front

What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

Back

DNA contains deoxyribose sugar and thymine, while RNA contains ribose sugar and uracil.

Front

What is the significance of the double helix structure of DNA?

Back

It allows for the compact storage of genetic information and stability.

Front

What is the process of DNA replication?

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The process by which DNA makes a copy of itself before cell division.