DNA Flashcards
1
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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.
2
Q
Chromosomes
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Are long threads of DNA, which are made up of many genes we have 46 chromosomes, so 23 pairs.
3
Q
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.
4
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Genome
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It is the entire genetic material of an organisation.