Unit 6 DNA/RNA Flashcard

Front

DNA is present in all cells of the body.

Back

True

Front

What is the sugar in the backbone of ribonucleic acid (RNA)?

Back

Ribose

Front

Identify a base pair in DNA.

Back

Cytosine - Guanine

Front

Which base pairs with Cytosine in DNA?

Back

Guanine

Front

What type of bond forms between base pairs in DNA?

Back

Hydrogen bond

Front

What are the two types of nucleic acids?

Back

DNA and RNA

Front

What is the primary function of DNA?

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To store genetic information.

Front

What is the primary function of RNA?

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To help in protein synthesis.

Front

What are the four bases found in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine

Front

What base is not found in RNA?

Back

Thymine