M B M : DNA And RNA Flashcards
1
Q
are DNA and RNA both types of nuclei acid?
A
yes
2
Q
where are they found?
A
In all living cells and carry infomation
3
Q
DNA full a name?
A
Deoxyribonucleic acid
4
Q
whats DNA used for?
A
To store genetic information - all the instructions the organisms needs to grow and develop
5
Q
RNA name?
A
Ribonucleic Acid
6
Q
is RNA similar structure to DNA
A
Yes
7
Q
Main function of RNA?
A
to transfer genetic information from DNA to the ribosomes
8
Q
what are ribosomes and what do they do to the RNA?
A
- bodies protein factories
- Read RNA to make polypeptides (proteins) in a process called translation
9
Q
DNA and RNA are polymers of what?
A
Nucleotide’s
