Cellular DNA Structure
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Cellular DNA Structure

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What is a characteristic of DNA in prokaryotes?

  • It is tightly wrapped around histone proteins
  • It is circular with no free ends (correct)
  • It is linear with two free ends
  • It is shorter than DNA in eukaryotes
  • What is the function of histone proteins in eukaryotes?

  • To provide structural support for chromosomes
  • To increase the length of DNA
  • To separate chromosomes during cell division
  • To tightly wrap around DNA (correct)
  • What is the term for the two copied DNA molecules that remain attached at the centromere?

  • Homologous chromosomes
  • Chromosomes
  • Chromatids (correct)
  • Sister chromatids
  • How many chromosomes are found in human cells?

    <p>46</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the position of a gene on a chromosome?

    <p>Locus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a result of random mutations in genes?

    <p>The creation of new alleles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Organization of DNA in Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic Cells

    • In prokaryotes (e.g., bacteria), DNA is typically circular with no free ends, relatively short, and not bound to histones.
    • In eukaryotes (e.g., humans), DNA is linear with two ends, longer, and tightly wrapped around histone proteins.

    Structure of Chromosomes

    • In eukaryotes, DNA is wrapped around histones, forming complex structures called chromosomes.
    • Chromosomes are not found in prokaryotes since their DNA is not bound to histones.

    Chromatin and Chromatids

    • Before cell division, chromosomes are copied, and the two copies remain attached at the centromere.
    • The two DNA molecules are called chromatids.
    • At this stage, the whole structure is referred to as a chromosome.

    Homologous Chromosomes

    • In human cells, there are 46 chromosomes, with 23 coming from each parent.
    • Homologous chromosome pairs have the same genes, but may have different alleles (versions) of those genes.
    • The position of a gene on a chromosome is called the locus for that gene.

    Genes and Alleles

    • A gene is a section of DNA that encodes the amino acid sequence of a polypeptide.
    • Random mutations can cause genes to occur in different versions, known as alleles.
    • The blood group gene has three main alleles: A, B, and O.

    Organization of DNA in Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic Cells

    • Prokaryotic DNA is typically circular, relatively short, and not bound to histones.
    • Eukaryotic DNA is linear, longer, and tightly wrapped around histone proteins.

    Structure of Chromosomes

    • In eukaryotes, DNA wraps around histones, forming complex structures called chromosomes.
    • Chromosomes are absent in prokaryotes since their DNA is not bound to histones.

    Chromatin and Chromatids

    • Before cell division, chromosomes are copied, and the two copies remain attached at the centromere, forming chromatids.
    • The entire structure, including the two chromatids, is referred to as a chromosome.

    Homologous Chromosomes

    • Human cells contain 46 chromosomes, with 23 coming from each parent.
    • Homologous chromosome pairs have the same genes, but may have different alleles (versions) of those genes.
    • The location of a gene on a chromosome is called the locus for that gene.

    Genes and Alleles

    • A gene is a section of DNA that encodes the amino acid sequence of a polypeptide.
    • Random mutations can cause genes to occur in different versions, known as alleles.
    • The blood group gene has three main alleles: A, B, and O.

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    This quiz covers the organization of DNA in eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells, including the structure of chromosomes. Learn about the differences between prokaryotes and eukaryotes in terms of their DNA.

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