DNA Structure & Function

A code is a set of rules and symbols used to carry ___________.

• DNA

• information

• structure

• function

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

In a ________ mutation, a base is left out.

• substitution

• insertion

• deletion

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

NGSS.HS-LS4-2

When replication is complete, there are two _____________ DNA modules.

• identical

• different

• similar

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

______________ always pairs with thymine.

• Cytosine

• Guanine

• Adenine

A _________________ is a cell organelle made of ribosomal RNA and protein.

• ribosome

• mitochondria

• nucleus

Mutations are mistakes that become part of ___________________.

• history

• genetic code

• proteins

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

NGSS.HS-LS4-2

The structure of DNA is a twisted ladder shape called a _________________.

• helix

• single helix

• double helix

• triple helix

The two sides of the DNA ladder are made up of ____________________________________________.

• sugars and phosphates

• traits and characteristics

• DNA and RNA

Cytosine always pairs with __________________.

• cytosine

• thymine

• guanine

• adenine

In a(n) ____________________ mutation, an extra base is added.

• substitution

• insertion

• deletion

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS3-2