genetics Flashcards
1
Q
describe the structure of DNA
A
two strands that run antiparallel (5’ and 3’) and are held together by H bonds
nucleotides
sugar phosphate backbone
2
Q
what are the DNA bases
A
adenine
thymine
cytosine
guanine
3
Q
what are the RNA bases
A
adenine
uracil
cytosine
guanine
4
Q
describe the RNA structure
A
single stranded
contains A,U,G,C