evidence that dna is hereditary materials Flashcards
1
Q
The sugar phosphate back bone does what
A
Make the molecule stable
2
Q
Why dose the molecule coil up
A
To make it smaller so it can store more information
3
Q
The sequence of baces allows it to
A
Code information for making proteins
4
Q
Having complementry base paring allows the molecule to
A
Replicate acurately
5
Q
Why are the base pairs on the inside of the molecule
A
So they dont get damaged
6
Q
What are the baces held together by and what dose this allow them to do
A
Weak hydrongen bonds which allows them to unzip when replicating
