DNA and The Genome Flashcards
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What is DNA
A
DNA is a chemical found in the nucleus of cells
It is the molecule in the nucleus that carries our genetic code
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Where are DNA found?
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DNA is found in the nucleus of cells
DNA is arranged into long, coiled molecules called chromosomes
3
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What is a chromosome?
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Chromosomes are found in pairs - one chromosome from that pair will be inherited from your father, the other from your mother
Each chromosome is composed of DNA and protein molecules which hold the structure together
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What is a gene?
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A gene is a section of a chromosome that codes for a particular protein, for example: one gene will determine what colour your eyes are, another in your pancreas will determine whether you produce insulin
