DNA Structure

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What are the building blocks of DNA?

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Nucleotides are the building blocks of DNA.

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What are the three components of a nucleotide?

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A nucleotide consists of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

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What is the shape of the DNA molecule?

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DNA has a double helix structure.

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Which nitrogenous bases pair together in DNA?

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Adenine pairs with Thymine (A-T) and Cytosine pairs with Guanine (C-G).

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Who discovered the structure of DNA?

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James Watson and Francis Crick are credited with discovering the structure of DNA.

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What is the function of DNA?

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DNA stores genetic information and provides instructions for the development and functioning of living organisms.

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What is the role of the phosphate group in a nucleotide?

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The phosphate group links nucleotides together to form the DNA backbone.

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What is a gene?

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A gene is a segment of DNA that contains the instructions for making a specific protein.

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How many total nucleotides are in a DNA molecule with 5 base pairs?

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There are 10 total nucleotides in a DNA molecule with 5 base pairs.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains deoxyribose sugar, while RNA is single-stranded and contains ribose sugar.