DNA Structure and Function Review

Front

Adenine bonds with _____________.

Back

Thymine

Front

Why is DNA important?

Back

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

Front

DNA is short for _____

Back

Deoxyribonucleic Acid

Front

What are the 4 nitrogen bases?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine.

Front

Which 2 molecules form the sides (backbone) of the DNA ladder?

Back

Deoxyribose (sugar) and phosphate.

Front

What is the structure of DNA commonly described as?

Back

A double helix.

Front

What are the building blocks of DNA?

Back

Nucleotides.

Front

What are the components of a nucleotide?

Back

A phosphate group, a sugar (deoxyribose), and a nitrogenous base.

Front

What is the function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What is the role of DNA in protein synthesis?

Back

DNA provides the instructions for assembling amino acids into proteins.