DNA Structure & Function

Front

In DNA, Adenine bonds with _____________.

Back

Thymine

Front

Why is DNA important?

Back

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

Front

Which of the following units are repeatedly joined together to form a strand of DNA?

Back

Nucleotides.

Front

What part of DNA is different between individuals?

Back

Order of nitrogen bases.

Front

Guanine bonds with _____________.

Back

Cytosine.

Front

What are the building blocks of DNA?

Back

Nucleotides.

Front

What are the three components of a nucleotide?

Back

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

Front

What is the shape of the DNA molecule?

Back

Double helix.

Front

What are the four nitrogenous bases in DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Guanine, Cytosine.

Front

What is the function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.