ADN — definition?
Nucleic acid storing hereditary info.
Genetic information — role?
Carries instructions for traits via genes.
Gene — role?
Contains instructions to produce a specific protein.
DNA structure — component?
Double helix with two antiparallel strands.
Nucleotide — parts?
Phosphate, deoxyribose, nitrogen base.
Antiparallel — meaning?
Strands run in opposite 5'→3' directions.
DNA replication — process?
Copies DNA semiconservatively for cell division.
Chromosome — function?
Packages DNA and carries genes.
Caryotype — purpose?
Displays chromosome number and structure.
Mitosis vs meiosis — difference?
Mitosis: identical cells; meiosis: diverse gametes.
Genetic code — what?
Triplets (codons) specify amino acids.
Mutations — effect?
Heritable DNA sequence changes affecting traits.
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1. What best describes DNA in living cells?
2. Why does the order of nucleotides in a gene matter?
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