AP Biology DNA and RNA Structure

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What is the structure of DNA?

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DNA is a double stranded helix.

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What is the orientation of the two strands of DNA?

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The two strands of DNA are antiparallel.

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Where is DNA found in eukaryotic cells?

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DNA is found in the nucleus and is linear.

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How many hydrogen bonds are formed between Cytosine and Guanine?

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Cytosine and Guanine form 3 hydrogen bonds.

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Where is DNA located in prokaryotic cells?

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DNA is found in the nucleoid region and is circular.

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What are the building blocks of DNA?

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The building blocks of DNA are nucleotides.

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What are the components of a nucleotide?

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

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What are the four nitrogenous bases in DNA?

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The four nitrogenous bases in DNA are Adenine (A), Thymine (T), Cytosine (C), and Guanine (G).

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What base pairs with Adenine in DNA?

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Thymine pairs with Adenine in DNA.

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What is the function of DNA?

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The function of DNA is to store and transmit genetic information.