DNA, Genes & chromosomes Flashcards
1
Q
What is DNA
A
DNA is a molecule found in the nucleus of cells
2
Q
What does DNA contain?
A
Instructions for building cells.
Make them work by giving cells instructions for building protein molecules
3
Q
Why are proteins so important for building cells?
A
All cells are built out of protein molecules.
Controlled by protein molecules such as enzymes
4
Q
What is the genetic code?
A
The 4 letters of DNA, ACGT
5
Q
What is a gene?
A
Sections of genetic code
6
Q
What does a gene do?
A
Forms the instructions for building protein molecules by getting amino acids into the correct order
