12 Questions
What is the main function of hydrogen bonding in the DNA structure?
Stabilize the double helix structure
What is the primary function of DNA in cells?
Store information for protein synthesis
What component would not be found in a nucleotide?
DNA polymerase
Which statement does not describe the structure of DNA?
Composed of lipids
What is the main enzyme responsible for linking nucleotides during replication?
DNA polymerase
Which biochemical process is crucial for maintaining the stability of DNA strands?
Hydrogen bonding
What does the Watson-Crick model suggest carries coded information?
The linear array of the amino acids
Which DNA strand is complementary to CGT ATC GAG?
GCA UAG CTC
How is the DNA 'backbone' sequence structured?
-phosphate-sugar-phosphate-sugar
Which component is NOT found in a molecule of DNA?
Include fats or lipids
How does DNA pack a large amount of genetic material into the nucleus?
Ligases
How are sugars bonded to phosphates in the DNA molecule?
Covalent bonding
Test your knowledge on DNA structure and base pairing with these multiple-choice questions. Topics include the Watson-Crick model, complementary DNA strands, and the sequence of the DNA backbone.
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