What is the function of DNA?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the function of the molecule shown in the image, which is DNA. Determining the function of DNA involves recognizing its role in controlling cellular activities.
Answer
DNA controls the activities of the cell.
The function of DNA is to control the activities of the cell.
Answer for screen readers
The function of DNA is to control the activities of the cell.
More Information
DNA contains the genetic instructions for the development, functioning, and reproduction of all known organisms and many viruses. It tells the cell what to do and when to do it.
Tips
Students may confuse the roles of DNA and RNA, or may not know where to begin when answering the question.
Sources
- The Structure and Function of DNA - Molecular Biology of the Cell - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) Fact Sheet - genome.gov
- DNA | Definition, Discovery, Function, Bases, Facts, & Structure - britannica.com
AI-generated content may contain errors. Please verify critical information
Thank you for voting!
