DNA Label

Label the following terms: Cell, DNA, Chromosome, Nucleus, Gene

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Gene

DNA

Cell

Chromosome

Nucleus

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Bundles of tightly coiled DNA

• Chromosome

• Genes

• Traits

• Nucleus

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Sections of DNA that contain the set of instructions that control how our body grows and works and controls many of our characteristics.

• Chromosome

• Nucleus

• Genes

• Cell

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NGSS.MS-LS3-1

What do each of the colored bands on the chromosome diagram represent? 

• DNA

• Cells

• Genes

What is the structure of DNA?

• Single-Helix

• Double-Helix

• Triple-Helix

• X-Shaped

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Which of the following BEST describes the relationship between DNA, genes, and chromosomes?

• DNA is a type of gene and is located on chromosomes.

• DNA contains chromosomes and is found in genes.

• Genes contain DNA, and chromosomes are located on genes.

• Genes are sections of DNA, and chromosomes are made of tightly coiled DNA.

What is DNA short for? ________________ acid

In a molecule of double-stranded DNA, the amount of Adenine present is always equal to the amount of

• cytosine

• guanine

• thymine

• uracil

What does this picture represent?

• amino acid

• base pairing

• nucleotide

• the DNA molecule

What is the primary function of DNA in living organisms?

• To store genetic information

• To provide energy

• To transport nutrients

• To protect cells from damage