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What is the function of tRNA?

  • To transfer amino acids to the ribosomes for protein synthesis. (correct)
  • To carry genetic information from the nucleus to the ribosomes.
  • To catalyze the process of DNA replication.
  • To help form the structure of ribosomes.

Which of these is NOT a component of a nucleotide?

  • Phosphate group
  • Sugar
  • Amino acid (correct)
  • Nitrogenous base

Which two bases pair together in DNA?

  • Cytosine and Thymine
  • Adenine and Thymine (correct)
  • Guanine and Uracil
  • Adenine and Guanine

What is the main difference between DNA and RNA in terms of their sugar components?

<p>DNA contains deoxyribose, while RNA contains ribose. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a segment of DNA has the sequence AATCG, what would the corresponding sequence on the complementary strand be?

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Flashcards

Role of RNA

The primary role of RNA is to help produce proteins.

Location of DNA in eukaryotes

DNA is typically found in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells.

Monomer of nucleic acids

The monomer of nucleic acids is a nucleotide.

Sugar in DNA

The type of sugar found in DNA is deoxyribose.

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mRNA function

The function of mRNA is to carry messages from DNA to ribosomes.

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Study Notes

RNA and DNA

  • RNA's primary role is protein production, not storing genetic information, replicating DNA, or forming the double helix.
  • Eukaryotic DNA is typically found in the nucleus, not the cytoplasm, ribosomes, or cell membrane.
  • The monomer of nucleic acids is a nucleotide, not an amino acid, sugar, or fatty acid.
  • DNA's sugar is deoxyribose, not ribose, glucose, or fructose.
  • RNA contains uracil, a base not found in DNA. DNA uses thymine.
  • Types of RNA include mRNA, tRNA, and rRNA.
  • mRNA carries instructions from DNA to synthesize proteins.
  • Complementary DNA bases for A-T-T-G-A-C are T-A-A-C-T-G.
  • In transcription, uracil replaces thymine in RNA.
  • The Amoeba Sisters' videos aim to introduce topics for further exploration, not provide in-depth analysis, replace textbooks, or achieve complete memorization.

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