DNA Structure Review 24

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What does DNA stand for?

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Deoxyribose Nucleic Acid

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What are the two molecules that form the sides (backbone) of the DNA ladder?

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Deoxyribose (sugar) and phosphate

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Who invented the process of DNA fingerprinting?

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Jeffreys

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Why is DNA important?

Back

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

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What are the four bases of DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine

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What is the shape of the DNA molecule?

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Double helix

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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 a gene?

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A segment of DNA that codes for a protein or trait.

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What is the role of the phosphate group in DNA?

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It forms part of the backbone of the DNA structure.

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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.