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If a scientist mutates a DNA sequence such that adenine no longer pairs with thymine, which of the following consequences is most likely?
If a scientist mutates a DNA sequence such that adenine no longer pairs with thymine, which of the following consequences is most likely?
- The DNA molecule will become more stable, preventing mutations from occurring.
- The DNA double helix will unwind completely due to lack of hydrogen bonding.
- The DNA replication process will become more accurate due to fewer mismatched base pairs.
- The genetic information encoded in the DNA will be altered, potentially leading to changes in protein synthesis. (correct)
During DNA replication, an error occurs where cytosine is incorporated instead of adenine. Which repair mechanism is most likely to correct this?
During DNA replication, an error occurs where cytosine is incorporated instead of adenine. Which repair mechanism is most likely to correct this?
- Nucleotide excision repair
- Mismatch repair (correct)
- Base excision repair
- Proofreading by DNA polymerase
Considering the structure of a nucleotide, what would be the effect of removing the pentose sugar from the molecule?
Considering the structure of a nucleotide, what would be the effect of removing the pentose sugar from the molecule?
- The nucleotide could still form a phosphodiester bond with another nucleotide.
- The nucleotide would be unable to participate in DNA replication or transcription. (correct)
- The nitrogenous base would no longer be able to attach to the nucleotide.
- The phosphate group would be unable to attach to the nucleotide.
Why is the understanding of Chargaff's rules (A=T and G=C) essential in designing primers for PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)?
Why is the understanding of Chargaff's rules (A=T and G=C) essential in designing primers for PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)?
Models of DNA structure have been crucial for understanding its function. If a new model proposed that the DNA backbone was composed of only a single strand instead of a double helix, what key function would be most immediately compromised?
Models of DNA structure have been crucial for understanding its function. If a new model proposed that the DNA backbone was composed of only a single strand instead of a double helix, what key function would be most immediately compromised?
A researcher discovers a new eukaryotic cell type and finds that its DNA is primarily located in a different organelle than the nucleus. Which organelle is most likely to contain the majority of this cell's DNA?
A researcher discovers a new eukaryotic cell type and finds that its DNA is primarily located in a different organelle than the nucleus. Which organelle is most likely to contain the majority of this cell's DNA?
When comparing a DNA model to the actual complex within a cell, what crucial aspect is most simplified in the model?
When comparing a DNA model to the actual complex within a cell, what crucial aspect is most simplified in the model?
How does the specific arrangement of deoxyribose and phosphate groups in the DNA backbone contribute to the molecule's overall function?
How does the specific arrangement of deoxyribose and phosphate groups in the DNA backbone contribute to the molecule's overall function?
Given the alternating arrangement of 'D' and 'P' sections (representing deoxyribose and phosphate respectively) in the DNA backbone, what impact does this configuration have on DNA's interaction with cellular proteins?
Given the alternating arrangement of 'D' and 'P' sections (representing deoxyribose and phosphate respectively) in the DNA backbone, what impact does this configuration have on DNA's interaction with cellular proteins?
If a drug was designed to disrupt the hydrogen bonds between nitrogenous bases in DNA, what would be the most likely consequence at the cellular level?
If a drug was designed to disrupt the hydrogen bonds between nitrogenous bases in DNA, what would be the most likely consequence at the cellular level?
Flashcards
What does DNA stand for?
What does DNA stand for?
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Monomer of DNA and RNA
Monomer of DNA and RNA
Nucleotide
Names of the 4 nitrogen bases
Names of the 4 nitrogen bases
Adenine, Thymine, Guanine, Cytosine
Chargaff's base-pairing rules
Chargaff's base-pairing rules
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Bond between nitrogen bases
Bond between nitrogen bases
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Where eukaryotic DNA is found
Where eukaryotic DNA is found
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What do the D represent?
What do the D represent?
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What do the P represent?
What do the P represent?
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Study Notes
DNA Structure
- DNA stands for deoxyribonucleic acid.
- The monomer of DNA and RNA is a nucleotide.
DNA Diagram
- The diagram of a section of DNA includes labels for phosphate, covalent bonds, and pentose sugar.
Nitrogen Bases
- The four nitrogen bases are Adenine, Thymine, Guanine, and Cytosine.
Chargaff's Base Pairing Rules
- A pairs with T
- G pairs with C
DNA Models
- Models help understand the double helix and base pair.
Bonds Between Nitrogen Bases
- The bond between nitrogen bases in a DNA strand is hydrogen.
Location of DNA
- DNA is found in the nucleus of a eukaryotic cell.
DNA Molecule
- The D (deoxyribonucleic acid) and P (phosphate) sections represent the sides/backbone of the double helix.
- The D and P sections alternate.
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