SB3c-e Flashcards
1
Q
What is in the nucleus of a cell?
A
Chromosomes that carry genes.
2
Q
What is genetic code?
A
The instructions that tell the cell what to do, given by the DNA.
3
Q
What does the DNA do?
A
It is responsible for the making of the cell and tells the cell to make particular proteins.
4
Q
What is the DNA backbone made of?
A
Sugar (deoxyribose) and phosphate groups.
5
Q
How are the bases in pairs connected?
A
Weak hydrogen bonds - A=T C≡G
