DNA and the genome 4.6.1.4 Flashcards
1
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What is inside the nucleus?
A
Chromosomes, these are long coiled molecules of DNA divided up into regions called genes.
2
Q
What is a gene?
A
A small section of DNA on a chromosome that codes for particular sequences of amino acids, to make a specific protein.
3
Q
What is a genome?
A
The entire genetic material of an organism.
4
Q
What is DNA
A
DNA is a polymer made up of two strands called a double helix.
The DNA is contained in structure called chromosomes.
5
Q
What is the importance of understanding the human genome?
A
- Search for genes linked to different types of disease
- Understanding and treatment of inherited disorders
- Use in tracing human migration patterns from the past
