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What are the four chemical bases found in DNA?
{A, C, G, T}
How is DNA stored in a cell to save space?
DNA coils around specific proteins to form Nucleosomes, which then undergo Supercoiling.
What is the main difference between RNA and DNA in terms of nucleobases?
RNA differs from DNA by having Uracil (U) instead of Thymine (T) as one of the bases.
What is the difference between template DNA strand and non-template DNA strand?
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How many codons could be produced by a DNA sequence with 27 nucleotides?
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Why do DNA replicate?
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What is genetic variation and why do biologists focus on it?
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What is a genetic mutation and how does it occur?
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What is the primary source of genetic variation?
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What happens to genes when the DNA sequence is mutated?
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Study Notes
DNA Structure and Composition
- The four chemical bases found in DNA are Adenine (A), Guanine (G), Cytosine (C), and Thymine (T).
- DNA is stored in a cell to save space by coiling into a double helix structure, where two complementary strands are twisted together.
DNA vs. RNA
- The main difference between RNA and DNA in terms of nucleobases is that RNA contains Uracil (U) instead of Thymine (T).
Template and Non-Template DNA Strands
- The template DNA strand provides the template for RNA synthesis, while the non-template DNA strand is the sense strand that contains the same sequence as the RNA transcript.
Codon Production
- A DNA sequence with 27 nucleotides could produce 3^9 (or 19,683) possible codons, since each codon is three nucleotides long.
DNA Replication
- DNA replicates to ensure that each new cell receives a complete copy of the genetic material, allowing the cell to grow, divide, and function properly.
Genetic Variation
- Genetic variation refers to the differences in the DNA sequence between individuals, which can lead to differences in traits, physiology, and susceptibility to diseases.
- Biologists focus on genetic variation because it is the raw material for evolution, and understanding it can help us understand how species adapt to their environments.
Genetic Mutations
- A genetic mutation is a change in the DNA sequence, which can occur due to errors during DNA replication, exposure to mutagenic agents, or viral infections.
- When a DNA sequence is mutated, the genes encoded by that sequence may be altered, leading to changes in the function or structure of the corresponding proteins.
Primary Source of Genetic Variation
- The primary source of genetic variation is mutations, which can occur spontaneously or be induced by environmental factors.
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Test your knowledge on genetic material, protein synthesis, and the role of DNA and RNA in the process. Explore concepts like codons, mRNA, mutations, and the relationship between DNA and proteins.
