Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Testing for biological molecules

Testing for biological molecules — practice question

Fig. 5.1 illustrates a segment of a DNA molecule.
(a(i))[1]

On Fig. 5.1, draw a box around a nucleotide.

(a(ii))[1]

On Fig. 5.1, label a phosphate group with the letter P.

(b)[5]

Describe how a DNA molecule replicates.

(c)[3]

DNA contains the code for polypeptides in cells. Transfer RNA (tRNA) is involved in this process. Describe the role of tRNA in the production of polypeptides in cells.

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This 10-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: A box is drawn accurately around the phosphate, sugar and base.

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