DNA Structure and Function Flashcards
1
Q
DNA
A
DNA stands for:
DeoxyrioNucleiodAcid
2
Q
Function
A
stores genetic info by holding the instruction for making proteins
3
Q
what is a DNA strand made up of?
A
nucleoids
4
Q
what are the nitrogenous bases?
A
- adenine (A)
- guanine(G)
- cytosine(C)
- thymine(T)
5
Q
what bases bond together?
A
A+T
G+C
6
Q
define a nucleotide
A
formed as the phosphate group of one nucleotide attached to the sugar
7
Q
what is the structure of a DNA strand?
A
twisty latter
8
Q
where are the nitrogen bases found on the DNA?
A
two strands of sugar and phosphate backbone
9
Q
what is DNA made of?
A
- Deoxyribose
- Phosphate Group
- Nitrogen
10
Q
which parts of a nucleotide are found on the outside of the strand creating the “uprights” of the ladder?
A
phosphate/sugar attachments
