DNA Structure and Function Concepts

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

Back

Deoxyribose sugar and phosphate.

Front

In a double-stranded DNA molecule, which base pairs with Adenine?

Back

Thymine.

Front

What is the complementary DNA sequence for the strand ATG TGA CAG?

Back

TAC ACT GTC.

Front

Why is DNA important for living organisms?

Back

It serves as the blueprint for traits of all living things.

Front

Which base does Adenine bond with?

Back

Thymine.

Front

What are the four bases of DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine.

Front

What is the structure of DNA commonly described as?

Back

A double helix.

Front

What sugar is found in DNA?

Back

Deoxyribose.

Front

What type of bond holds the two strands of DNA together?

Back

Hydrogen bonds.

Front

What is the role of DNA polymerase in DNA replication?

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It synthesizes new DNA strands by adding nucleotides.