DNA Structure and Nucleotides Quiz
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Which type of DNA is preferred in vivo?

  • Z-DNA
  • B-DNA (correct)
  • C-DNA
  • A-DNA
  • What holds the two polynucleotide strands together in the DNA double helix structure?

  • Intrachain covalent bonds
  • Intrachain ionic bonds
  • Interchain disulfide bonds
  • Interchain hydrogen bonds (correct)
  • What process converts the genetic information of DNA into proteins?

  • Translation (correct)
  • Replication
  • Recombination
  • Transcription
  • Which bases pair with each other in RNA during transcription?

    <p>Cytosine - Guanine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is responsible for synthesizing RNA from DNA?

    <p>RNA polymerase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which molecule fold into characteristic secondary structures due to intramolecular H-bond interactions?

    <p>Ribosomal RNA (rRNA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of messenger RNA (mRNA) in the cell?

    <p>Carries the genetic information from genes to sites of protein synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the biological purpose of Small Nuclear RNA (snRNA) in the nucleus?

    <p>Involved in splicing to form mature mRNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process involves the removal of certain pieces of RNA molecule called 'intervening sequences'?

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

    Where is eukaryotic mRNA synthesized before being processed into mature mRNA?

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

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