DNA and the production of proteins Flashcards
1
Q
What is the structure of DNA?
A
It is a double stranded helix held together by complementary base pairs.
2
Q
What does DNA carry?
A
DNA carries genetic information in structures , called chromosomes, for making up proteins
3
Q
What are the complementary bases?
A
Adenine is paired with thiamineand guanine is paired with cytozines
4
Q
What does the base sequence determine?
A
It determines the amino acid sequence in proteins which determines its structure and function
5
Q
What is messenger RNA?
A
It’s a molecule which carries a complementary copy of the genetic code from the DNA ro a ribosome where the protein is assembled by amino acids.
6
Q
What are the name of the bonds that hold amino acids together?
A
They’re called peptide bonds
