Nucleic Acids (A) Flashcards
1
Q
Are nucleic acids proteins?
A
NO
2
Q
What does DNA stand for?
A
Deoxyribonucleic acid
3
Q
Are DNA and RNA nucleotides? Explain why or why not.
A
No. They are the polymers of monomers called nucleotides
3
Q
Name two examples of nucleic acids
A
DNA
RNA
4
Q
What does RNA stand for?
A
Ribonucleic acid
4
Q
What is the function of DNA and RNA?
A
DNA: Holding genetic information
RNA: Transferring genetic information from DNA to the ribosomes
5
Q
What is each nucleotide made up of?
A
A pentose sugar (five carbon sugar)
A nitrogenous base
A phosphate group
5
Q
How are nucleotides formed, and how are they broken apart?
A
They are formed by condensation reactions
They can be broken apart by hydrolysis reactions
