Structure of DNA

Front

What does DNA stand for?

Back

Deoxyribonucleic acid.

Front

Which base is not found in DNA?

Back

Uracil.

Front

What are the two molecules that form the sides (backbone) of the DNA ladder?

Back

Deoxyribose (sugar) and phosphate.

Front

Which base pairs with Guanine in DNA?

Back

Cytosine.

Front

What is the shape of the DNA molecule?

Back

Double helix.

Front

What are the four nitrogenous bases in DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine.

Front

What type of bond holds the nitrogenous bases together in DNA?

Back

Hydrogen bonds.

Front

What is the function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What sugar is found in DNA?

Back

Deoxyribose.

Front

How many strands does DNA have?

Back

Two strands.