AP Bio DNA and RNA Structure and Function

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The shape of DNA is known as a...

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Double helix

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A single DNA nucleotide contains...

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A sugar, phosphate, and nitrogenous base

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Prokaryotic organisms store their genetic information in ______ chromosomes, while eukaryotes generally store their genetic information in ______ chromosomes.

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circular, linear

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The monomer (building block) of DNA and RNA is the...

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Nucleotide

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Where is most of the DNA located within prokaryotic cells?

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Nucleoid region

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What are the four nitrogenous bases found in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine

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What is the primary function of DNA?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA in terms of structure?

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DNA is double-stranded, while RNA is single-stranded.

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What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

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mRNA carries the genetic code from DNA to the ribosome for protein synthesis.

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What is the function of ribosomes in cells?

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Ribosomes are the sites of protein synthesis.