DNA vs. RNA Vocabulary

DNA vs. RNA Vocabulary

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Biology

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the primary function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary function of RNA?

Back

To act as a messenger carrying instructions from DNA for controlling the synthesis of proteins.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the building blocks of DNA?

Back

Nucleotides, which consist of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the building blocks of RNA?

Back

Nucleotides, similar to DNA but with ribose sugar and uracil instead of thymine.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the structure of DNA?

Back

A double helix formed by two strands of nucleotides twisted around each other.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the structure of RNA?

Back

Typically single-stranded, consisting of a chain of nucleotides.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the four nitrogenous bases in DNA?

Back

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

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