DNA and the Cell Cycle Review

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What carries information for a specific protein on the DNA molecule?

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A sequence of nucleotides.

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What is the process of dividing the contents of the cell’s nucleus called?

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Mitosis.

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During which part of the cell cycle is DNA replicated?

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S-Phase.

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What supports the claim that DNA is a universal genetic code?

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All living things use the same 4 nitrogen bases to code for traits.

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What parts make up the backbone of DNA?

Back

Sugars and phosphates.

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What are the four nitrogen bases found in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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A double helix.

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What is the role of mitosis in the cell cycle?

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To ensure equal distribution of DNA to daughter cells.

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What is the significance of the S-Phase in the cell cycle?

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It is when DNA is synthesized and replicated.

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What is a nucleotide composed of?

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A sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogen base.