RNA and DNA Flashcards
1
Q
what is RNA
A
a special molecule that takes the code for amino acids from the DNA to the ribosome
2
Q
what is DNA polymerase
A
enzyme that joins nucleotides together
3
Q
what is a double helix
A
the spiral shape of the DNA
4
Q
what is helicase
A
the enzyme responsible for the separation of DNA strands during replication
5
Q
what is DNA
A
it contains the genetic information that determines the structure of the cell and the way it functions
6
Q
what is incomplete dominance?
A
In complete dominance neither dominant allele is expressed individually, instead they blend
7
Q
what is DNA ligase
A
enzyme that joins nucleotides together
