DNA and the Genome Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the structure of DNA
A
double helix
2
Q
Is DNA a monomer or polymer
A
polymer
3
Q
what is a gene
A
a short section of DNA on a chromosome
4
Q
what do genes do
A
each gene codes for a specific sequence of amino acids to make a specific protein
5
Q
what is the genome
A
the entire genetic material of an organism
6
Q
benefits of studying the human genome
A
- understanding the human genome helps us to search for genes that are linked to a disease (Alzheimer’s disease)
- understanding the human genome will help us to understand and treat inherited disorders (cystic fibrosis)
- use the human genome to trace human migration patterns from the past (this helps people to discover their ancestry)
