Practice Test Structure and Function of DNA

Front

DNA is made up of _____ chains.

Back

2

Front

What does DNA stand for?

Back

deoxyribonucleic acid

Front

Explain the functions or roles of DNA.

Back

DNA stores genetic information and guides the development and functioning of living organisms.

Front

A segment of DNA that carries hereditary instructional information and passes traits from parent to offspring is called a _____

Back

Gene

Front

True or False: The sequence of TAG – CGT, the complementary strand would have the sequence of ATC – GCA.

Back

True

Front

What is the shape of the DNA molecule?

Back

Double helix

Front

What are the building blocks of DNA called?

Back

Nucleotides

Front

Name the four nitrogenous bases found in DNA.

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine

Front

What base pairs with Adenine in DNA?

Back

Thymine

Front

What base pairs with Cytosine in DNA?

Back

Guanine