DNA Structure
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Objective
I can explain how the structure of DNA allows it to carry genetic information.
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Describe the three main components of a nucleotide and explain how they are linked together in a DNA strand.
Explain the difference between purines and pyrimidines, and identify which nitrogenous bases belong to each group.
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Exit ticket
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“Explain how the sequence of nitrogenous bases in a DNA molecule allows it to carry genetic information. Describe how the complementary base pairing (A with T, and C with G) in the double helix structure of DNA contributes to the accurate transmission of genetic information. If a segment of one strand of DNA has the sequence 5'-GATTACA-3', what is the sequence of the complementary strand, and how does this complementarity ensure the accurate copying of genetic information?”
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