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Function of DNA Flashcards

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What are genes made of?

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DNA.

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What do genes control?

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Characteristics.

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What is the function of DNA?

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To make proteins.

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Define gene.

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A section of DNA that codes for a particular polypeptide.

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What is gene expression?

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Process of making proteins and so controlling characteristics.

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