DNA
What is the structure of DNA?
Double helix
The passing of traits or characteristics from parents to offspring.
Heredity
5' end of DNA contain
phosphate
4 bases found in RNA
Adenine, uracil, cytosine, guanine
What is the structure of RNA?
Single helix
The study of heredity, how traits or characteristics are passed down from one generation to the next
Genetics
3' end of DNA contains
sugar
Where is DNA found?
Nucleus
Where is RNA found?
nucleus, cytoplasm and ribosome
What are the components of a nucleotide?
Phosphate, sugar, and a base.
The strands each run in opposite directions from one another.
antiparallel
Thymine matches up with this base in DNA
adenine
What is the function of DNA?
Stores genetic information that controls cell functions
What is the function of RNA?
Translates genetic code into proteins
What makes up the back bone of a DNA molecule?
deoxyribose and phosphate
Process in which DNA is made
DNA Replication
Uracil matches up with this base in RNA
adenine
What does DNA contain?
Contains genes that code for proteins
What does RNA contain?
Carries amino acids that form proteins
What makes up the backbone of RNA?
The two pairs together form units
complementary base pairs.
The amount of hydrogen bond between guanine and cytosine
3