DNA Flashcards

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DNA

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It is a polymer (a large molecule formed by any identical smaller molecules).

It can be found in the nucleus of a cell.

Has Four Bases, A-T and G-C/

Made up of Sugar and Phosphate, and formed a double helix bond with 2 pairs (bases) which are connected by weak hydrogen bonds.

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Chromosomes

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Are long threads of DNA, which are made up of many genes we have 46 chromosomes, so 23 pairs.

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Gene

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A small section of DNA that codes for a specific sequence of amino acids in order to make a specific protein.

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Genome

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It is the entire genetic material of an organisation.

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