DNA structure Flashcards
1
Q
What is the nucleus?
A
The nucleus is were all our genetic material is kept ( aka DNA)
2
Q
Where is DNA found?
A
DNA is found in structures called chromosomes
3
Q
How many chromosomes do most human cells contain?
A
46
4
Q
What does DNA stand for?
A
Deoxyribo Nucleic Acid
5
Q
How many strands make up DNA
A
2
6
Q
What shape is DNA
A
A double helix shape.
7
Q
How many bases does DNA have?
A
4
8
Q
What are the DNA bases?
A
Cytosine C
Adenine A
Thymine T
Guanine G
9
Q
Which bases join together?
A
A and T always join together and C and G always join together
10
Q
What is gene a segment of?
A
Gene is a segment of DNA
