DNA Structure

Front

A complex molecule containing the genetic information that makes up the chromosomes.

Back

deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)

Front

Two strands of nucleotides wound about each other; the shape of DNA.

Back

double helix

Front

Nucleotides are made of a molecule of deoxyribose, connected to a phosphate & a nitrogen base. They make up one side of the DNA double helix.

Back

true

Front

The control center of the cell, containing DNA.

Back

nucleus

Front

What does DNA stand for?

Back

Deoxyribonucleic acid

Front

A code is a set of rules and symbols used to carry ___________.

Back

information

Front

What always pairs with thymine?

Back

Adenine

Front

Mutations are mistakes that become part of _________________.

Back

genetic code

Front

Cytosine always pairs with ________________.

Back

guanine

Front

When replication is complete, there are two _____________ DNA modules.

Back

identical