DNA Structure

Front

What does DNA stand for?

Back

Deoxyribonucleic acid

Front

Which of the following best describes a DNA molecule?

Back

Double helix

Front

Which organelle is DNA usually found in?

Back

Nucleus

Front

Cytosine always pairs with which nitrogen base?

Back

Guanine

Front

What makes up the rungs (steps) of a DNA ladder?

Back

Nitrogen bases

Front

What are the two main components of a DNA nucleotide?

Back

Deoxyribose sugar and phosphate group

Front

What are the four nitrogen bases found in DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine

Front

What is the function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information

Front

What is the shape of DNA?

Back

Double helix

Front

What type of bond holds the nitrogen bases together in DNA?

Back

Hydrogen bonds