Introduction to DNA Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Why does DNA have major and minor grooves?
A
Uneven pairing between the bases in the centre means that the coils are not evenly spaced out.
2
Q
Why is RNA more susceptible to hydrolysis than DNA?
A
RNA is less stable than DNA due to the presence of the OH group, making it susceptible to hydrolysis
3
Q
Purines and pyrimidines
A
Purines have a cyclical ring with 9 atoms.
Purimidines have a single ring with 6 atoms.
4
Q
Nucleoside
A
No phosphate group
