DNA basics
The part of a cell that DNA is located is called what?
The nucleus
What's the missing letter in the mRNA sequence?
GTC CAT TGC
CAG G_A ACG
If Grace is 21 years old, which year was she born in?
2005
What is a phenotype?
The physical appearance of a trait
When was Sadie's birthday?
June 16!
What is the shape of DNA called?
Double Helix
What does the "m" in mRNA stand for?
Messenger
Who is the only team to go undefeated in the regular season AND win the superbowl in the NFL?
Miami Dolphins
What is a genotype?
The genetic code for a trait
Where is Kelly from? HINT: it's not the US
The Philippines!
What is the complementary amino acid for Cytosine?
Guanine
What enzyme "unzips" the DNA sequence during transcription?
DNA Helicase
Which fast food chain has the most locations in the world?
Subway
What does homozygous mean?
Two of the same alleles
EX: BB bb
What fast food would Grace make a Tik Tok about?
Taco Bell
What complimentary base changes during transcription?
Thymine
Where are proteins made? HINT: this is where the mRNA takes the genetic information
The ribosome
What's the largest organ in the body?
Skin
What does heterozygous mean?
two different alleles
EX: Bb
What is Sadie's favorite candy?
Almond Joy!
What makes up the supporting sides of the double helix?
Sugar and phosphate
What DNA sequence signals to start making a protein?
ATG or AUG
How many stars are in our solar system?
1 -- the sun!
What are the chances that two parents' offspring with have blue eyes if the parents' alleles are Bb and Bb
Remember: b= blue eyes
25%
How long is Kelly's longest Wordle streak?
20 days!