DNA Replication

Front

Adenine bonds with ______________.

Back

Thymine

Front

In a molecule of double-stranded DNA, the amount of Adenine present is always equal to the amount of ______________.

Back

Thymine

Front

The DNA is found in the nucleus of what type of organisms?

Back

Eukaryotes

Front

Why is DNA important?

Back

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

Front

Which 2 molecules form the sides (backbone) of the DNA ladder?

Back

Deoxyribose sugar and phosphate.

Front

What is the structure of DNA?

Back

DNA is a double helix composed of two strands that wind around each other.

Front

What are the four nitrogenous bases in DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine.

Front

What is the role of DNA polymerase in DNA replication?

Back

DNA polymerase synthesizes new DNA strands by adding nucleotides complementary to the template strand.

Front

What is the significance of complementary base pairing in DNA?

Back

It ensures accurate replication and transcription of genetic information.

Front

What is the function of the phosphate group in DNA?

Back

It forms part of the backbone of the DNA structure, linking sugars together.