Properties of Genetic Material Quiz
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Which nucleic acid is responsible for transmitting genetic information?

  • RNA
  • DNA (correct)
  • Deoxyribose
  • Ribose
  • What is the primary structure of DNA?

  • Complementary strands
  • Double helix
  • Antiparallel orientation
  • Linear sequence of nucleotides (correct)
  • What is the length of one turn of the DNA helix?

  • 34 Angstrom
  • 3.4 nm
  • 10 base pairs
  • All of the above (correct)
  • Which form of DNA has a double helix structure?

    <p>B DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the major and minor grooves in DNA?

    <p>Spaces between the base pairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of chromosome is found in prokaryotes?

    <p>Single chromosome plus plasmids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is chromatin found in eukaryotes?

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

    How is DNA packaged in prokaryotes?

    <p>Into a region known as the nucleoid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic chromosomes?

    <p>Location in the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the length of the Escherichia coli DNA?

    <p>4.6 million base pairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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