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What is the main function of genes in DNA?
What is the main function of genes in DNA?
- To pair nitrogenous bases
- To condense DNA into chromosomes
- To form the structure of DNA
- To carry genetic information (correct)
Why is base pairing crucial for the structure of DNA?
Why is base pairing crucial for the structure of DNA?
- To condense DNA into chromatin
- To maintain the double helical structure (correct)
- To determine the sugar-phosphate backbone
- To regulate gene expression
Where does the transcription process, converting DNA into mRNA, occur?
Where does the transcription process, converting DNA into mRNA, occur?
- In the nucleus (correct)
- In the cytoplasm
- In the mitochondria
- In the ribosome
Which elements make up a nucleotide in DNA?
Which elements make up a nucleotide in DNA?
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What are the nitrogenous bases classified as in DNA?
What are the nitrogenous bases classified as in DNA?
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What is the purpose of DNA replication?
What is the purpose of DNA replication?
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Which enzyme is responsible for breaking the hydrogen bonds between the bases of DNA during replication?
Which enzyme is responsible for breaking the hydrogen bonds between the bases of DNA during replication?
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What is the directionality of the leading strand during DNA replication?
What is the directionality of the leading strand during DNA replication?
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Which molecule contains uracil as one of its nitrogenous bases?
Which molecule contains uracil as one of its nitrogenous bases?
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Who played a significant role in uncovering the double helical structure of DNA?
Who played a significant role in uncovering the double helical structure of DNA?
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