What is DNA and How Does It Work?

What is DNA?

• DNA is the molecule that contains the genetic instructions for life.
• DNA is a type of protein that codes for blue eyes in a human.

• DNA is a carbohydrate that provides energy.
• DNA is a liquid found in the cell membrane and is used to send signals into and out of the cell.

Amino Acids make up ______?

• Lipids
• Proteins
• Carbohydrates
• Nucleic Acids

What is RNA?

• RNA is a protein that helps in digestion.
• RNA is a type of DNA.
• RNA is a molecule that plays a key role in gene expression and protein synthesis.
• RNA is a carbohydrate that stores energy.

What is a ribosome and what does it do?

• A ribosome is a part of the cell membrane that regulates transport.
• A ribosome is a cellular structure that stores energy.
• A ribosome is a cellular structure that synthesizes proteins by translating mRNA.
• A ribosome is a type of enzyme that breaks down DNA.