Genes, Proteins, and Mutations

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What is the structure of a DNA molecule?

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A DNA molecule is structured as a double helix.

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What pairs with the DNA sequence ATG TGA CAG?

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The sequence that pairs with ATG TGA CAG is TAC ACT GTC.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made up of amino acids.

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What can genetic mutations be classified as?

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Genetic mutations can be beneficial, harmful, or neutral.

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What are the four DNA bases?

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The four DNA bases are adenine, thymine, cytosine, and guanine.

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What is the function of DNA?

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DNA carries genetic information and instructions for the development and functioning of living organisms.

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What is a gene?

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A gene is a segment of DNA that contains the instructions for making a specific protein.

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What is a mutation?

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A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence that can lead to changes in the protein produced.

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What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the cellular structures where proteins are synthesized from amino acids.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains thymine, while RNA is single-stranded and contains uracil.