Chapter 1 (human biology) Flashcards
1
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What is DNA?
A
Stands for Deoxyribonucleic acid ..This is the molecule that determines the genetic characteristics of most living things.
2
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What is a chromosome?
A
Thread like structures in the nucleus. They are composed of DNA and protines. Contains genetic information in the form of genes.
3
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Deoxyribose sugar
A
One of the parts that make up a nucleotide
4
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What is a Gene
A
A section of DNA that carries the genetic code for a specific characteristic.
5
Q
What are Nucleotides?
A
The building blocks of living DNA
6
Q
What does the letter A stand for in the context of DNA
A
Adenine
7
Q
What does the letter T stand for in the context of DNA
A
Thymine
8
Q
What does the letter C stand for in the context of DNA
A
Cytosine
9
Q
What does the letter G stand for in the context of DNA
A
Guanine
