Nucleic acids (bio moleq) Flashcards
1
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Describe the major components of a nucleotide.
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2
Q
Describe how nucleotides are linked to form a polynucleotide.
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3
Q
Distinguish between
pyrimidine and purine
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4
Q
Distinguish between nucleotide and nucleoside
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5
Q
Distinguish betw ribose and deoxyribose
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6
Q
Distinguish betw. 5’ end and 3’ end of a polynucleotide
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7
Q
Describe the 3D structure of a DNA molecule.
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8
Q
Explain the base-pairing rule and explain its significance.
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9
Q
Explain the two key features that distinguish RNA from DNA.
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10
Q
Describe the structure and function of mRNA.
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11
Q
Describe the structure and function of tRNA.
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12
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Describe the structure and function of rRNA.
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