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What is the primary function of ribosomes in a cell?
What is the primary function of ribosomes in a cell?
- Energy production
- DNA replication
- Cell division
- Protein synthesis (correct)
RNA is the only nucleic acid found in living organisms.
RNA is the only nucleic acid found in living organisms.
False (B)
What are the two types of nucleic acids present in the human body?
What are the two types of nucleic acids present in the human body?
DNA and RNA
The __________ produces ribosomes within the nucleus.
The __________ produces ribosomes within the nucleus.
Match the following parts of the nucleus with their functions:
Match the following parts of the nucleus with their functions:
Which statement correctly describes a nucleotide?
Which statement correctly describes a nucleotide?
The cytoplasm is solid and prevents metabolic reactions.
The cytoplasm is solid and prevents metabolic reactions.
What is contained in the chromatin network?
What is contained in the chromatin network?
Living organisms contain both DNA and __________.
Living organisms contain both DNA and __________.
In which part of the cell does protein synthesis primarily occur?
In which part of the cell does protein synthesis primarily occur?
Which component of the nucleus is responsible for ribosome production?
Which component of the nucleus is responsible for ribosome production?
The cytoplasm is a solid substance that prevents metabolic reactions from occurring.
The cytoplasm is a solid substance that prevents metabolic reactions from occurring.
What are the building blocks of nucleic acids called?
What are the building blocks of nucleic acids called?
DNA stands for __________.
DNA stands for __________.
Match the following nucleic acids with their respective types.
Match the following nucleic acids with their respective types.
Where is protein synthesis primarily carried out in the cell?
Where is protein synthesis primarily carried out in the cell?
All living organisms contain both DNA and RNA.
All living organisms contain both DNA and RNA.
What is the jelly-like fluid within the nucleus called?
What is the jelly-like fluid within the nucleus called?
The __________ network contains the DNA that forms chromosomes.
The __________ network contains the DNA that forms chromosomes.
Which of the following statements is true regarding nucleic acids?
Which of the following statements is true regarding nucleic acids?
Flashcards
Nucleotide
Nucleotide
The building block of DNA and RNA.
Nucleic Acid
Nucleic Acid
A type of organic compound that carries genetic information.
Chromatin network
Chromatin network
The substance within the nucleus that contains DNA, which forms chromosomes.
Nucleolus
Nucleolus
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Nucleoplasm
Nucleoplasm
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Double nuclear membrane
Double nuclear membrane
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Ribosomes
Ribosomes
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Cytoplasm
Cytoplasm
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Protein Synthesis
Protein Synthesis
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RNA
RNA
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What is DNA?
What is DNA?
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What is RNA?
What is RNA?
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What is a nucleotide?
What is a nucleotide?
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What is protein synthesis?
What is protein synthesis?
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What is a ribosome?
What is a ribosome?
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What is nucleoplasm?
What is nucleoplasm?
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What is chromatin network?
What is chromatin network?
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What is the nucleolus?
What is the nucleolus?
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What is the double nuclear membrane?
What is the double nuclear membrane?
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What is cytoplasm?
What is cytoplasm?
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Study Notes
DNA: The Code of Life
- All living organisms have DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (ribonucleic acid)
- DNA and RNA are studied for their location, structure, and functions.
Protein Synthesis
- Protein synthesis is essential for life processes
- Proteins are made by both DNA and RNA.
Cellular Structure
- Cytoplasm: A watery substance; site where cellular activities happen.
- Ribosomes: Small organelles, either free-floating or attached to structures; involved in protein synthesis and comprised of RNA and protein.
- Nucleus: Controls cell activities; holds genetic material.
Nucleus: Parts
- Nuclear membrane: Encloses the nucleus, has pores.
- Nucleoplasm: Jelly-like substance within the nucleus.
- Nucleolus: A dark body in nucleoplasm, involved in ribosome production.
- Chromatin network: Structure holding DNA; forms chromosomes with the genetic code.
Nucleic Acids
- Nucleic Acid: A type of organic compound that carries genetic information.
- Monomer: A building block.
- Nucleotide: The building block of DNA and RNA.
- Humans have DNA and RNA.
- DNA and RNA consist of monomers (nucleotides).
DNA Structure
- DNA is made of nucleotides, each consisting of a phosphate group, a sugar molecule, and a nitrogenous base.
- Nitrogenous bases in DNA are Adenine, Thymine, Guanine, and Cytosine.
- DNA carries the genetic code for protein synthesis.
- Nuclear DNA is found in the nucleus.
- Extra-nuclear DNA (e.g., mitochondrial DNA, chloroplast DNA) is found outside the nucleus.
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