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DNA Structure Flashcards

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What does DNA stand for?

A

DeoxyriboNucleic Acid

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What does RNA stand for?

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RiboNucleic Acid

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What is DNA?

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Complex macromolecule containing biological codes which make each species unique.
What is passed from parent to offspring.

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What is DNA’s structure?

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  • Double helix consisting of two long antiparallel strands
  • Each strand is made of single units called nucleotides, linked by hydrogen bonding
  • Millions of base pairs supercoiled into the nucleus
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What are the 4 bases of DNA?

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  • Adenine
  • Thymine
  • Cytosine
  • Guanine
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What are the 4 bases of RNA?

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  • Adenine
  • Uracil
  • Cytosine
  • Guanine
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IB HL Biology- 2016 Syllabus (36 decks)

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