DNA Structure

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What does DNA stand for?

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Deoxyribonucleic Acid

Front

Which macromolecule is DNA classified as?

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Nucleic acid

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What forms the sides (backbone) of the DNA ladder?

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Deoxyribose (sugar) and phosphate

Front

What is the structure of a DNA molecule?

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Double helix

Front

What is the sugar component of DNA?

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Deoxyribose

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What nitrogenous bases are found in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine

Front

What is the complementary base pair for Adenine in DNA?

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Thymine

Front

What is the role of DNA in cells?

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To store and transmit genetic information

Front

How many strands does DNA have?

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Two strands

Front

What is the function of the phosphate group in DNA?

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To form the backbone of the DNA structure