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Nucleic Acids and DNA Functions

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What is the role of nucleic acids in cells?

They provide energy for cellular activities.

They are involved in the structural integrity of the cell.

They code for genetic information and control the cell's life. (correct)

They facilitate intracellular communication.

Which of the following is true of DNA?

It is solely responsible for protein synthesis.

It contains ribose sugars in its structure.

It is primarily located in the cytoplasm.

It is a polymer made of nucleotides. (correct)

What are the two types of nucleic acids?

DNA and RNA (correct)

Ribose and Deoxyribose

RNA and Proteins

DNA and Amino Acids

Which sugar is found in RNA nucleotides?

Ribose Signup and view all the answers

Where are the genes located within a cell?

In the chromosomes Signup and view all the answers

What role do complementary base pairing and the hydrogen bonds between bases play in DNA replication?

They ensure accurate replication of DNA by aligning bases correctly. Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme is primarily responsible for synthesizing new DNA strands during replication?

DNA polymerase Signup and view all the answers

What initiates the process of DNA replication?

The separation of the two DNA strands. Signup and view all the answers

How does DNA ensure a high fidelity during replication?

By utilizing a proofreading mechanism during replication. Signup and view all the answers

Why is DNA considered capable of evolving?

Since it can undergo mutations. Signup and view all the answers