Genetic Code

Question 1

A segment of DNA is called a .

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gene

Question 2

A complex of nucleic acids and proteins that make up chromosomes is called .

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chromatin

Question 3

A structure in the nucleus of an eukaryotic cell that is made up of condensed DNA is called a .

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chromosome

Question 4

Which statements describe the functions of DNA? Check all that apply.DNA destroys bacteria and viruses that cause sicknesses in organisms.DNA plays a role in the growth and reproduction of organisms.DNA stores energy for the organism to use in the future when food is scarce.DNA guides the formation of an organism’s structures.DNA helps organisms function by telling them how to function.

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DNA plays a role in the growth and reproduction of organisms.; DNA guides the formation of an organism’s structures.; DNA helps organisms function by telling them how to function.

Question 5

The shape of the DNA molecule is called a double .

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helix

Question 6

Adenine always pairs with .

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thymine

Question 7

Which scientists concluded that DNA is a three-dimensional molecule? Check all that apply.Francis CrickFriedrich Miescher James WatsonMaurice Wilkins Rosalind Franklin

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Francis Crick; James Watson

Question 8

Based on the video, what is the function of tRNA molecules?

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tRNA molecules bring amino acids for the ribosome to link together.

Question 9

Which scientist first discovered DNA?

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Friedrich Miescher

Question 10

The backbone of DNA is made of molecules and phosphate molecules.

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sugar

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