DNA Structure

Front

What is the primary function of DNA in living organisms?

Back

DNA serves as the blueprint for traits of all living things.

Front

What two molecules make up the backbone of the DNA structure?

Back

Deoxyribose sugar and phosphate.

Front

What is the complementary DNA strand for 5'-ATGCCAT-3'?

Back

3'-TACGGTA-5'.

Front

How do differences in DNA sequences account for variations in traits among siblings?

Back

Differences in the sequence of nitrogen bases lead to variations in traits.

Front

Which nitrogen base does Guanine pair with in DNA?

Back

Cytosine.

Front

What are the four nitrogen bases found in DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine.

Front

What is the shape of the DNA molecule commonly referred to as?

Back

A double helix.

Front

What type of bond holds the nitrogen bases together in the DNA structure?

Back

Hydrogen bonds.

Front

What is the role of the phosphate group in DNA?

Back

It forms part of the backbone of the DNA structure.

Front

What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

Back

DNA is double-stranded and contains deoxyribose sugar, while RNA is single-stranded and contains ribose sugar.