Biology 5090 · O Level · DNA

DNA — practice question

DNA stores genetic information as genes.
(a)[5]

Fill each gap with the most suitable word or letter. DNA contains the chemical elements carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, [BLANK] and [BLANK]. Two strands of DNA twist together to make a double [BLANK]. Each strand consists of a chain of [BLANK]. Bonds between paired bases keep the strands joined. These bases always pair in the same pattern: T with [BLANK] and [BLANK] with [BLANK].

(b)[5]

Explain how genetic modification may be used to alter the function of an enzyme so that it works on a different substrate.

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