DNA Flashcards

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1
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What type of DNA do eukaryotic cells have?

A

Linear DNA

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2
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What form is the DNA in eukaryotic cells?

A

Chromosomes

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3
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Where are chromosomes found?

A

In the nucleus

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4
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What is DNA wrapped around?

A

Proteins called histones

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What type of DNA does mitochondria and chloroplasts in eukaryotic cells have?

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Circular and shorter than DNA in the nucleus but not associated with any histones

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What type of DNA does prokaryotic cells have?

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Circular and shorter

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