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Key Area 3: Structure And Function Of RNA Flashcards

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1
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What is the sugar present in DNA?

A

Deoxyribose sugar

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What is the sugar present in RNA?

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Ribose sugar

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3
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How many strands are there in DNA?

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2

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How many strands are there in RNA?

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1

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5
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What is the base pairing for adenine in DNA?

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Thymine

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What is the base pairing for adenine in RNA?

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Uracil

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What are the three types of RNA?

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mRNA - messenger
tRNA - transport
rRNA - ribosomal

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What is the purpose of mRNA?

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Carries a copy of the DNA code from the nucleus to the ribosome

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What is the purpose of tRNA?

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Carries specific amino acids to the ribosome to synthesise proteins

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What is the purpose of rRNA?

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Combine with proteins to create the ribosome

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