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4.7.3.4 DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) and other naturally occurring polymers Flashcards

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What is DNA?

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  • DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is a large molecule essential for life
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What does DNA do?

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  • DNA encodes genetic instructions for the development and functioning of living organisms and viruses
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What are most DNA molecules?

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  • Most DNA molecules are two polymer chains, made from four different monomers called nucleotides, in the form of a double helix
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What are some naturally occurring polymers?

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  • Other naturally occurring polymers are important for life include protein starch and cellulose
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