Genetics Test Prep

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What is the shape of DNA?

Back

double helix

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Adenine always pairs with...

Back

thymine

Front

What process makes unique cells?

Back

Meiosis

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

Back

TAC ACT GTC

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What is the function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

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What are the building blocks of DNA?

Back

Nucleotides.

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What are the four bases of DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine.

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What is the process of cell division that results in two identical cells?

Back

Mitosis.

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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis produces identical cells; meiosis produces unique cells.

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What is a genotype?

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The genetic makeup of an organism.