DNA Flashcard

Front

Which organelle is DNA usually found in?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What sequence of DNA bases would pair with this partial strand ATG TGA CAG?

Back

TAC ACT GTC

Front

Guanine bonds with ______________.

Back

Cytosine

Front

Adenine bonds with ______________.

Back

Thymine

Front

Why is DNA important?

Back

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

Front

What are the four bases of DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine

Front

What is the shape of DNA?

Back

Double helix

Front

What is the function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What is a gene?

Back

A segment of DNA that codes for a protein.

Front

What is the process of DNA replication?

Back

The process by which DNA makes a copy of itself.