Genes, DNA and Chromosomes Flashcards
1
Q
Explain how a gene codes for a protein
A
Exons within a gene code for a specific sequence of bases. A triplet of bases codes for 1 amino acid, therefore the sequence of bases in a section of DNA is responsible for the primary structure of the protein, and therefore it’s shape also.
2
Q
Describe the structure of DNA?
A
double helix made up of sugar-phosphate backbones and complementary base pairs
3
Q
What does it mean if 2 genes are linked?
A
they are on the same chromosome
