Genetic Information Flashcards
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What does DNA stands for?
Deoxyribonucleic Acid
What does RNA stands for?
Ribonucleic Acid
Stores genetic information:
DNA
Expresses the genetic information, and makes proteins:
RNA
Type of sugar that uses DNA
Deoxyribose
Type of sugar that uses RNA:
Ribose
The nitrogenous bases in DNA:
Adenine, Thymine, Guanine, and Cytosine
The nitrogenous bases in RNA:
Adenine, URACIL, Guanine, and Cytosine
Has 2 antiparallel strands:
DNA
Has only 1 strand:
RNA
Where can you find the DNA?
Nucleus
Mitochondria
Chloroplasts
Where can you find the RNA?
Nucleus Mitochondria Chloroplasts Cytoplasm Ribosomes
It can be named like a “blueprint” or a “recipe” of living things
DNA
These are the BUILDING BLOCKS of LIFE, and also conform the proteins
Amino Acids
The ____ tells ____________ how they should arrange and be organized
DNA
Amino Acids