Unit 1.2 DNA Replication Flashcards
1
Q
Each DNA strand has a ______ backbone?
A
Sugar-phosphate
2
Q
What are two strands of DNA held together by?
A
Weak hydrogen bonds
3
Q
What is complimentary base pairing in DNA?
A
A-T
G-C
4
Q
DNA is described as what?
A
Anti-parallel
5
Q
What is a primer?
A
A short strand of nucleotides which bind to the 3’ end of the template strand
6
Q
What is PCR used for?
A
To amplify DNA using complimentary primers for specific target sequences
7
Q
What are the practical applications of PCR?
A
PCR can amplify DNA to help solve crimes, settle paternity suits and diagnose genetic disorders
