2.1) Structure of RNA and DNA Flashcards
1
Q
What does DNA stand for?
A
Deoxyribonucleic Acid
2
Q
What does RNA stand for?
A
Ribonucleic Acid
3
Q
Name the three main components of all nucleotides:
A
- A pentose sugar
- A phosphate
- A nitrogenous base
4
Q
Name the DNA bases:
A
- Adenine (A)
- Thymine (T)
- Cytosine(C)
- Guamine (G)
5
Q
Name the RNA bases:
A
- Adenine (A)
- Urasil (U)
- Cytosine(C)
- Guamine (G)
6
Q
Name the key structural features of DNA:
A
- Double - stranded helix
- Deoxyribose sugar
- Complimentary base pairing
- Strands joined together by hydrogen bonds
7
Q
Name the key structural features of RNA:
A
- Single stranded
- Ribose sugar
- Uracil instead of Thymine
8
Q
Where is DNA found?
A
In the nucleus
9
Q
Where is RNA found?
A
In the nucleus and cytoplasm
10
Q
What is the function of DNA?
A
It stores genetic information
11
Q
What is the function of RNA?
A
It carries out roles in protein synthesis
