DNA Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the structure of the DNA molecule
A
Double helix
2
Q
State the complimentary base pairs found in the DNA
A
A T and G C
3
Q
Which three chemical substances would you need if you were trying to extract DNA from Kiwi fruit
A
Salt, ethanol and washing up liquid
4
Q
What was the purpose of the Human Genome project
A
To sequence all of the bases in the human genome
5
Q
State two potential benefits of the Human Genome Project
A
- Improved genetic testing for disorders
- New ways of finding new genes that may increase risk of certain disorders
- new treatments or cures for diseases
- new ways of looking at changes in the genome over time
- personalised medicines that work with a particular genotype
