DNA Structure Flashcards

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1
Q

What molecule contained in our cells is known as “the life molecule”?

A

DNA

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2
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What shape is a DNA strand?

A

A double helix

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3
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Adenine, Thymine, Guanine, and Cytosine are the 4 ________ bases.

A

nitrogen bases

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4
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What does Adenine always pair with in DNA?

A

Thymine (Always Together)

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5
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What does Cytosine always pair with in DNA?

A

Guanine (Get Close)

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6
Q

How does DNA contain information?

A

By creating unique sequences of the 4 nitrogen bases.

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7
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What female scientist was primarily responsible for figuring out DNA structure?

A

Rosalind Franklin

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