DNA 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about nucleic acids is correct?

• Nucleic acids are inorganic molecules.

• Nucleic acids control the synthesis of proteins.

• RNA stores hereditary information only.

• DNA and RNA are types of proteins.

Open Ended

Why is DNA referred to as the 'code of life' and what is its significance in living organisms?

Multiple Choice

Which part of the cell contains DNA?

• Nucleus

• Mitochondria

• Cell membrane

• Cytoplasm

Multiple Choice

What is the main function of ribosomes in the cell?

• Storing genetic information

• Regulating cell structure

• Protein synthesis

• Transporting molecules

Multiple Choice

Which part of the cell is responsible for storing genetic information?

• Cytoplasm

• Nucleus

• Ribosome

• Cell membrane

Fill in the Blank

DNA is a double helix ___ acid molecule that carries genetic information.

Open Ended

Describe two differences between DNA and RNA based on their structure or function.

Open Ended

Explain the relationship between DNA, chromatin, and chromosomes as shown in the images.

Multiple Choice

Which organelles in a plant cell contain DNA?

• Nucleus and mitochondria

• Nucleus and chloroplasts

• Chloroplasts and ribosomes

• Mitochondria and ribosomes

Fill in the Blank

The building blocks of DNA are called ___.

Open Ended

Describe the structure of DNA and explain the significance of its double helix shape.

Open Ended

Who were the key scientists involved in the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA, and what were their contributions?

Open Ended

Explain the importance of base pairing in the structure and function of DNA.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are components of a DNA nucleotide?

• Phosphate group

• Deoxyribose sugar

• Nitrogenous base

• Ribose sugar

Multiple Select

Which of the following pairs are always equal in number in a DNA molecule?

• Adenine and Thymine

• Guanine and Cytosine

• Adenine and Guanine

• Thymine and Cytosine

Multiple Choice

Which components are involved in the formation of the DNA backbone?

• Deoxyribose and phosphate group

• Adenine and thymine

• Guanine and cytosine

• Hydrogen bonds

Open Ended

Explain how complementary base pairing ensures the stability of the DNA double helix.

Fill in the Blank

DNA makes up genes which carry ___ information.

Open Ended

What is the relationship between chromosomes, chromatin, DNA, and nucleotides?

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about DNA is/are correct?

• DNA contains coded information for protein synthesis.

• DNA is made up of genes that carry hereditary information.

• DNA is a double helix nucleic acid molecule.

• DNA is a monomer of nucleotides.

Open Ended

Explain how the structure of RNA differs from DNA and why this difference is important for its function.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a component of an RNA nucleotide?

• Ribose

• Phosphate group

• Deoxyribose

• Uracil

Open Ended

Describe the process by which RNA nucleotides join to form a single strand. What is the significance of the arrangement of nitrogenous bases in RNA?

Fill in the Blank

RNA consists of a single ___ of nucleotides.

Multiple Choice

What is the main role of RNA in protein synthesis?

• It stores genetic information.

• It catalyzes metabolic reactions.

• It helps in the synthesis of proteins.

• It transports oxygen.

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about the location and function of mRNA and tRNA is/are correct?

• mRNA is formed in the nucleus and moves to ribosomes in the cytoplasm.

• tRNA is present in the cytoplasm and carries amino acids for protein synthesis.

• mRNA and tRNA are both double-stranded molecules.

• tRNA is formed in the nucleus and remains there.

Fill in the Blank

DNA is often referred to as the '___ of life'.

Open Ended

What questions do you still have about DNA after today's lesson?