DNA Review

What do proteins carry out in the cell?

• Genetic replication

• All cellular activity

• Energy storage

• Photosynthesis

What does RNA stand for?

• Ribose nucleic acid

• Ribonucleic acid

• Ribosome nucleic acid

• Riboflavin nucleic acid

Which of the following is NOT a nucleic acid?

• DNA

• RNA

• Protein

• None of the above

What is the main function of proteins in the cell?

• To store genetic information

• To carry out cellular activity

• To provide energy

• To transport oxygen

What are nucleotides the monomers of?

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Nucleic acids

• Carbohydrates

What is the function of the phosphate group in a nucleotide?

• Provides energy

• Forms the backbone

• Stores genetic information

• Catalyzes reactions

What is the structure of DNA often compared to?

• A straight ladder

• A twisted ladder

• A spiral staircase

• A flat ribbon

In DNA, which base pairs with guanine (G)?

• Thymine (T)

• Cytosine (C)

• Adenine (A)

• Guanine (G)

Which of the following is NOT a nitrogen base in DNA?

• Adenine (A)

• Thymine (T)

• Uracil (U)

• Cytosine (C)

Which of the following statements is true about DNA structure?

• A's bond with G's

• C's bond with T's

• A's bond with T's

• G's bond with A's