AP Bio Insta-Review Topic Unit 1+

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What is the structure of DNA?

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DNA is usually double stranded.

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What is the structure of RNA?

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RNA is usually single stranded.

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What is hydrolysis?

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The process of breaking bonds by splitting water.

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What type of bond is broken when amino acids are released?

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Peptide Bond.

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What type of bond is found in water molecules?

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Covalent bond.

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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 primary function of RNA?

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To help in the synthesis of proteins.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A chemical bond formed by the sharing of electrons.

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What is a hydrogen bond?

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A weak bond between two molecules resulting from an electrostatic attraction.