DNA structure and function Flashcards
1
Q
what does DNA stand for
A
deoxyribonucleic acid
2
Q
location of DNA in cells
A
cell nucleous
3
Q
describe the structure of DNA
A
double helix
4
Q
what is the base pairing rule
A
A-T: adenine with thymine
C-G: cytosine with guanine
5
Q
what is the relationship between DNA, genes and chromosones
A
Chromosones carry genes in cells. DNA is responsible for building and maintaining you structure and genes are segments of your DNA teh make your physical characteristics.
6
Q
what is the structure of a nucleotide
A
consists of a sugar molecule attached to a phosphate group attached to a nitrogen base.
