FDA V (8th Grade Science)

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HW #2

Worksheet on DNA (Try without any notes first and then use your notes if you
need assistance)
1) The four nitrogen bases that are found in DNA are ___________________,
__________________, ____________________ and ____________________.
2) DNA looks like a ladder twisted into a shape known as a _______________________.
3) Which nitrogen bases always pair with one another?

4) If the sequence on the right hand side of the DNA molecule was TAGGCTCA,
the complimentary side would have a sequence of ____________________________.
5) What is the primary function of DNA?