Structure of DNA Flashcards
1
Q
How many bases are used in DNA? Name them all
A
4:
Adenine (A)
Thymine (T)
Guanine (G)
Cytosine (C)
2
Q
Which base bonds with which base?
A
A to T
G to C
3
Q
What is a mnemonic to remember the bonding of bases to bases?
A
At The (A T) Giant’s Causeway (G C)
4
Q
How many strands make up a DNA molecule?
A
2 strands
5
Q
How are the two strands that make up a DNA molecule held together?
A
By complemantary bases
6
Q
What is the shape of DNA called?
A
A double helix shape
