DNA Structure and Replication

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What is DNA made up of?

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DNA is made up of nucleotides.

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What does DNA stand for?

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DNA stands for Deoxyribose Nucleic Acid.

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What are the components of a nucleotide?

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

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What are the four nitrogenous bases in DNA?

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The four nitrogenous bases in DNA are Adenine (A), Thymine (T), Cytosine (C), and Guanine (G).

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What is the base pairing rule in DNA?

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

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What is the role of DNA polymerase?

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DNA polymerase is the enzyme responsible for adding free nucleotides to the growing DNA strand during replication.

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What is the function of DNA helicase?

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DNA helicase unwinds and separates the double-stranded DNA during replication.

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What is the significance of complementary base pairing?

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Complementary base pairing ensures accurate replication of DNA, maintaining genetic information.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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DNA has a double helix structure, consisting of two strands twisted around each other.

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What is the process of DNA replication?

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DNA replication is the process by which a cell makes an identical copy of its DNA before cell division.