DNA structure and Function

Front

What type of bond joins the two strands of nitrogenous bases in DNA?

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Hydrogen bonds

Front

In which organelle is DNA usually found in Eukaryotes?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What is the process called in which DNA makes an exact copy of itself?

Back

Replication

Front

What sequence of DNA bases pairs with the strand ATG TGA CAG?

Back

TAC ACT GTC

Front

What determines the code of a DNA molecule?

Back

The order (sequence) of the nitrogen bases.

Front

What are the four nitrogenous bases in DNA?

Back

Adenine (A), Thymine (T), Cytosine (C), Guanine (G).

Front

What is the shape of DNA commonly referred to as?

Back

Double helix.

Front

What is the role of DNA in cells?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What is the complementary base pairing rule in DNA?

Back

A pairs with T, and C pairs with G.

Front

What is transcription in the context of DNA?

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The process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA.