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What is the base pair rule in DNA and what are the two nucleotides involved?
What is the base pair rule in DNA and what are the two nucleotides involved?
The base pair rule in DNA is C-G or G-C, with three hydrogen bonds between them.
Where is DNA located in the cell and what is its role in making proteins?
Where is DNA located in the cell and what is its role in making proteins?
DNA is located in the nucleus and its role is to provide instructions to the ribosomes to make proteins.
What are the three main differences between RNA and DNA?
What are the three main differences between RNA and DNA?
RNA has one strand, has ribose as the sugar, and has uracil as a nitrogenous base instead of thymine.
How much DNA is in each cell and how long would it stretch if unwound?
How much DNA is in each cell and how long would it stretch if unwound?
What is the purpose of DNA extraction and what are the general steps involved?
What is the purpose of DNA extraction and what are the general steps involved?
What is lysis and what is its role in DNA extraction?
What is lysis and what is its role in DNA extraction?
What are the enzymes used to break down unwanted molecules during DNA extraction?
What are the enzymes used to break down unwanted molecules during DNA extraction?
If we were to unwound all the DNA from all the cells in the human body, how far would it stretch?
If we were to unwound all the DNA from all the cells in the human body, how far would it stretch?
What is the function of DNA in cells?
What is the function of DNA in cells?
Why is the study of DNA important?
Why is the study of DNA important?
What are the three components of a nucleotide?
What are the three components of a nucleotide?
What is the net charge of the phosphate groups in nucleic acids?
What is the net charge of the phosphate groups in nucleic acids?
What is the term for the entire set of DNA molecules in the nucleus?
What is the term for the entire set of DNA molecules in the nucleus?
What is the base pair rule for adenine and thymine?
What is the base pair rule for adenine and thymine?
What is the process called when the two strands of DNA are separated by high temperatures?
What is the process called when the two strands of DNA are separated by high temperatures?
What is the structure of DNA?
What is the structure of DNA?
What are the four nitrogenous bases found in DNA?
What are the four nitrogenous bases found in DNA?
What enzyme is responsible for replicating DNA?
What enzyme is responsible for replicating DNA?
What holds the two strands of DNA together?
What holds the two strands of DNA together?
Where are RNA molecules typically found?
Where are RNA molecules typically found?
What is the result of the combination of the four nitrogenous bases?
What is the result of the combination of the four nitrogenous bases?
What type of RNA is most commonly analyzed?
What type of RNA is most commonly analyzed?
What is the principle behind gel electrophoresis?
What is the principle behind gel electrophoresis?
What determines the speed of movement of nucleic acids through the gel matrix?
What determines the speed of movement of nucleic acids through the gel matrix?
What is the typical appearance of human genomic DNA after extraction?
What is the typical appearance of human genomic DNA after extraction?
Why is RNA analysis performed?
Why is RNA analysis performed?
Why is RNA considered unstable?
Why is RNA considered unstable?
What is the purpose of nucleic acid detection and quantification methods?
What is the purpose of nucleic acid detection and quantification methods?
What is the typical range of DNA concentration that can be measured using absorbance quantitation?
What is the typical range of DNA concentration that can be measured using absorbance quantitation?
What is the wavelength used to measure DNA absorbance?
What is the wavelength used to measure DNA absorbance?
Why is accurate quantitation of DNA important?
Why is accurate quantitation of DNA important?
What is the advantage of fluorometric quantitation of nucleic acids?
What is the advantage of fluorometric quantitation of nucleic acids?
What is the basis of separation of DNA fragments in gel electrophoresis?
What is the basis of separation of DNA fragments in gel electrophoresis?
What is the purpose of PCR in laboratories?
What is the purpose of PCR in laboratories?
What is the role of Taq polymerase in PCR?
What is the role of Taq polymerase in PCR?
What is the difference between PCR and RT-PCR?
What is the difference between PCR and RT-PCR?
What is the function of reverse transcriptase in RT-PCR?
What is the function of reverse transcriptase in RT-PCR?
What is the purpose of primers in PCR?
What is the purpose of primers in PCR?
What is the result of gel electrophoresis?
What is the result of gel electrophoresis?
What is the purpose of PCR in genetic disease detection?
What is the purpose of PCR in genetic disease detection?
Study Notes
DNA Facts
- Chromosomes are made up of DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid), a molecule that stores genetic information in cells and copies itself exactly for new cells.
- DNA contains the instructions for making proteins within the cell.
Importance of DNA Study
- The study of DNA is essential to all life on earth, with medical benefits including disease detection, treatment, and prevention, as well as applications in crop development and forensics.
DNA Structure
- DNA is a polymer composed of repeating subunits called nucleotides.
- A DNA molecule consists of two long strands, each a chain of nucleotides.
- Nucleotides consist of a phosphate, carbon sugar (deoxyribose), and a nitrogen base (A, C, G, or T).
- The two strands twist around a central axis to form a double helix.
Base Pair Rule
- Adenine (A) bonds only with Thymine (T) using 2 hydrogen bonds.
- Cytosine (C) bonds only with Guanine (G) using 3 hydrogen bonds.
- This base pair rule is crucial for the structure and function of DNA.
RNA (Ribonucleic Acid)
- RNA is a single-stranded molecule composed of nucleotides.
- It differs from DNA in that it has ribose (a 5-carbon sugar) instead of deoxyribose, and uracil (U) instead of thymine as a nitrogenous base.
DNA Extraction and Analysis
- DNA extraction involves breaking open cells, inactivating macromolecules, and precipitating DNA using alcohol.
- Human genomic DNA is visible as a gelatinous, white mass and can be stored at -80°C for years.
- RNA extraction involves similar steps, but with additional enzymes to inactivate macromolecules and preserve the RNA.
Nucleic Acid Detection and Quantitation
- Nucleic acid detection and quantitation methods include UV or fluorescence spectrophotometry.
- Microplates are used for sample analysis, and Molecular Devices provides a complete workflow solution for nucleic acid detection, quantitation, and analysis.
Techniques to Manipulate Genetic Material
- Gel electrophoresis is a technique used to separate molecules on the basis of size using an electric field.
- PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) is a technique used to amplify specific regions of DNA for further analysis.
- Reverse transcriptase PCR (RT-PCR) is used to amplify DNA fragments from an RNA template.
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A quiz on the fundamental aspects of DNA, including its structure, function, and importance in medical and biological applications.