DNA Flashcards
1
Q
What is DNA?
A
A molecule that contains all of an organisms genetic information.
2
Q
What are short sections of DNA known as?
A
Genes
3
Q
What is a gene?
A
A section of DNA
That controls a characteristic e.g. eye colour
4
Q
How many strands make up a DNA molecule?
A
2
5
Q
Describe the shape of a DNA molecule
A
A double-helix shape
6
Q
What holds together the 2 strands that make up DNA?
A
DNA bases
7
Q
Name the 4 DNA bases
A
Adenine
Thymine
Cytosine
Guanine
8
Q
How did scientists work together to discover the structure of DNA?
A
They all worked on different parts
Each scientist built on the research of previous scientists.
