deck_3563489 Flashcards
How many “sides” does DNA have?
2
What is DNA replication?
The copying of DNA during S phase of interphase.
Where does DNA replication occur?
Nucleus
If one side of DNA is:TAGCTAGC, what is on the complimentary side?
ATCGATCG
How many sides are used as a template during DNA Replication?
Both (2) sides are used to replicate DNA.
What is transcription?
Using DNA as a template to make RNA.
Where does transcription occur?
Nucleus
How many sides of DNA are used as a template during transcription?
Only 1, the active side.
What is a codon?
A codon is a sequence of 3 mRNA nucleotides that code for a particular amino acid.
What types of RNA are involved in translation?
mRNAtRNArRNA
What is a purine?
A nitrogen base with a double ring shape.
What is a pyrimidine?
A nitrogen base with a single ring shape.
Which bases are purines?
Guanine and Adenine
Which bases are pyrimidines?
Thymine, Cytosine & Uracil
What is found in a DNA nucleotide?
PhosphateDeoxyribose (sugar)Nitrogen base (A,T,G, or C)