DNA Flashcards by Amy Donaldson

Q

What does DNA stand for?

A

Deoxyribonucleic acid

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Why is DNA squished into chromosomes?

A

So it can fit into the nucleus.

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What is the structure of a DNA strand called?

A

A Double helix

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What are the two DNA strands connected by?

A

Base pairs

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Q

What are the bases called?

A

Adenine, Guamine, Cytosine, Thymine

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What are the base pairs?

A

Adenine + Thymine (A+T)
And
Guanine + Cytosine (G+C)

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Does T pair up with A?

A

Yes

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Does G pair with C?

A

Yes

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Does A pair up with C?

A

No, it pairs up with T

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What connects the base pairs?

A

It is a hydrogen bond

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Q

Do base pairs, pair up randomly?

A

No, they pair up the same every time

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What is the backbone of a DNA strand?

A

Sugar and phosphate

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