DNA Structure and Components

Front

Subunits of nucleotides make up ________________.

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DNA

Front

The genetic code that corresponds with TGAC is ________.

Back

ACTG

Front

Chargraff discovered that the amount of adenine equaled the amount of _____________ in DNA.

Back

thymine

Front

Adenine and Thymine are complementary bases. This means they __________ one another.

Back

complete

Front

Chargraff's discovery about the amount of bases revealed that certain bases ___________ _________.

Back

paired together

Front

What are the four main bases found in DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine

Front

What is the shape of the DNA molecule?

Back

Double helix

Front

What is the function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What are nucleotides made of?

Back

A sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

Front

What is the role of complementary base pairing in DNA?

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It ensures accurate replication and transcription of genetic information.