DNA Structure

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What are the 4 nitrogen bases in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine.

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What is a section of DNA that codes for a specific protein called?

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Gene.

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What shape does a DNA molecule have?

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Double helix.

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In which organelle is DNA usually found?

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Nucleus.

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What are the components of a nucleotide?

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Sugar, Phosphate, and Nitrogen base.

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What is the function of DNA?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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What is the role of adenine in DNA?

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Adenine pairs with Thymine in the DNA structure.

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What is the significance of the double helix structure of DNA?

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It allows for the compact storage of genetic information and replication.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA contains deoxyribose sugar, while RNA contains ribose sugar.

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What is the process of copying DNA called?

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Replication.