DNA Structure and Replication Review

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What is the single-stranded copy of DNA responsible for travel and the 'dirty work' of making proteins?

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Ribonucleic acid (RNA)

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What is the monomer of a nucleic acid, composed of three parts?

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Nucleotide

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What type of organic molecules are DNA and RNA?

Back

Nucleic acid

Front

Which base pairs with thymine in DNA?

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Adenine

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After DNA replication, what percentage of the original DNA molecule is found in the replicated molecule?

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50%

Front

What are the two main types of nucleic acids?

Back

DNA and RNA

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What sugar is found in DNA?

Back

Deoxyribose

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What sugar is found in RNA?

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Ribose

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What is the function of DNA?

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To store genetic information.

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What is the function of RNA?

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To help in the synthesis of proteins.