DNA #1

Humans have thousands of genes that combine in different ways to help create unique individuals. Where is the genetic code primarily located?

• Ribose sugars in RNA

• Phosphates in DNA

• Nucleotides in DNA

• Exons in RNA

Albumin is a protein that is secreted by liver cells and transported by the bloodstream. What factor most directly determines the amino acids that are combined to create albumin?

• The temperature of the cell when translation is taking place

• The number of chromosomes in a cell

• The sequence of nucleotides in DNA

• The amount of energy that is available in the cell

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The base sequence of a segment of DNA is shown. Which base sequence correctly completes DNA Strand 2?

• A T A C G T

• C G C T A C

• C G C A T G

• T A T G C A

What components make up the backbone of a DNA molecule?

• Purines and deoxyribose

• Pyrimidines and purines

• Deoxyribose and phosphate groups

• Phosphate groups and pyrimidines

A model of DNA is shown. Click ONE part of the DNA model is most directly associated with the coding of genetic information?

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