Structure #1
Base that pairs with T.
A
Base that pairs with G.
C
What is the complimentary sequence for:
ATC GGA
TAG CCT
What is the purpose of DNA Replication?
To make an exact copy of DNA
DNA determines the structure (code for) _______.
proteins
Name of the shape of DNA
double helix
What makes up the "rungs" or middle of the DNA ladder?
bases
What type of bond holds together base pairs?
hydrogen bonds
What is the role of DNA Helicase?
separate strands of DNA
DNA is found inside the cell _______.
nucleus
What makes up the sides of the DNA ladder?
sugar & phosphate
What are the 3 parts of a nucleotide?
sugar, phosphate, base
True or False: Every cell in your body has different DNA
False
nucleotides
Draw and label the 3 parts of a nucleotide
*
Name of the sugar in DNA
deoxyribose
Why is DNA Replication important?
For growth, repair, and to replace damaged cells
What makes your DNA different from everyone else?
Sequence (order) of bases
A DNA molecule is 10% Adenine (A), how much Cytosine (C) will it contain?
40%
A DNA molecule is 35% Thymine (T), how much Guanine (G) will that molecule contain?
15%