DNA Structure and function

Where, in most human cells, is the DNA located?

• Chloroplast

• Cell wall

• Nucleus

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Which part of the cell is labeled in the diagram?

• Mitochondria

• Nucleus

• Cell membrane

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Which of the following is found inside the nucleus?

• Mitochondria

• Chromosomes

• Ribosomes

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Which structure is responsible for storing and transmitting hereditary information?

• Nucleus

• Chromosome

• Cell

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Which of the following best describes a gene?

• A large molecule

• A segment of DNA

• A type of cell

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What is the role of chromosomes in a cell?

• To produce energy

• To store genetic information

• To protect the nucleus

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Where is DNA found?

• Inside all cells

• In water

• In rocks

What are the four letters that make up the DNA code?

• B, D, E, F

• A, T, C, G

• M, N, O, P

What is the base pairing rule for A (adenine) in DNA?

• A pairs with T

• A pairs with C

• A pairs with A

Which base pairs with C (cytosine) in DNA?

• C pairs with A

• C pairs with T

• C pairs with G