DNA

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Why is DNA important?

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

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What is a gene?

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A piece of DNA.

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Adenine bonds with ______________.

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Thymine.

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How many chromosomes do human cells have?

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46.

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

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Deoxyribose (sugar) and phosphate.

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What is DNA?

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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life.

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What are the four bases of DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine.

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What is the shape of DNA?

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DNA has a double helix shape.

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What is the function of DNA?

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DNA stores and transmits genetic information.

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Where is DNA located in a cell?

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DNA is located in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells.