5.4 - Double Helix Structure of DNA
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Practice Questions
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What are the components of a nucleotide?
💡 Hint: Think about what 'nucleotide' means.
Which nitrogenous bases pair together in DNA?
💡 Hint: Remember the base pairing rules!
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What structure is DNA known for?
💡 Hint: Think of the famous twisted ladder shape.
True or False: Guanine pairs with Thymine in DNA.
💡 Hint: Remember the specific base pairing rules.
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Design an experiment to observe mutations in DNA due to incorrect base pairing. What would you look for?
💡 Hint: Consider how you would trace a mutation back to its source.
Explain how the discovery of DNA's structure has impacted genetics.
💡 Hint: Think about the applications of this discovery in modern science.
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