DNA and Genes
Answer each ofthe following in at least 100 words (with the exception of # 4).
1. Describe the basic structure of DNA. Discuss why DNA is often called a ‘protein recipe’.
2. List and briefly describe 3 primary differences between DNA and RNA.
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3. Describe each stage of the flow of information starting with DNA and ending with a trait.
4. Translate the following string of mRNA and determine which amino acid would be made. Fill in the 3 letter code for the amino acid in the bottom row.
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mRNA |
AUG |
CCC |
AAU |
CGU |
UCU |
UUU |
GAU |
CAA |
UGA |
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Amino acid |
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