DNA Review

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What is DNA?

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DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic Acid, which is the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life.

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What are the four nitrogen bases in DNA?

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The four nitrogen bases in DNA are Adenine (A), Thymine (T), Cytosine (C), and Guanine (G).

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What is the complementary base pair for Adenine (A)?

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The complementary base pair for Adenine (A) is Thymine (T).

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What is the complementary base pair for Cytosine (C)?

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The complementary base pair for Cytosine (C) is Guanine (G).

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What is a gene?

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A gene is a segment of DNA that codes for a specific trait or function.

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How do genes affect traits?

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Genes affect traits by coding for proteins that determine the characteristics of an organism.

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What is the structure of DNA often compared to?

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The structure of DNA is often compared to a twisted ladder, known as a double helix.

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What are the sides of the DNA ladder made of?

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The sides of the DNA ladder are made of sugar (deoxyribose) and phosphate molecules.

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What is the role of DNA in cells?

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DNA stores and transmits genetic information necessary for the growth, development, and functioning of living organisms.

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What is replication in the context of DNA?

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Replication is the process by which DNA makes a copy of itself before cell division.