DNA and RNA Flashcard Review

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What is the shape of a DNA molecule?

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Double helix shape.

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What type of nucleic acid is single-stranded?

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RNA.

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In RNA, Uracil pairs with which base?

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Adenine.

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How does RNA differ from DNA in terms of sugar?

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RNA contains ribose, while DNA contains deoxyribose.

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What base is found in RNA but not in DNA?

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Uracil.

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Which sequence represents RNA?

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UUGC.

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What are the building blocks of DNA and RNA?

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Nucleotides.

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What are the four bases found in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine.

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What are the four bases found in RNA?

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Adenine, Uracil, Cytosine, Guanine.

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What is the primary function of DNA?

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To store genetic information.