Year 10 Science 2024: Chromosomes, DNA and Genes

0.0(0)
studied byStudied by 1 person
GameKnowt Play
learnLearn
examPractice Test
spaced repetitionSpaced Repetition
heart puzzleMatch
flashcardsFlashcards
Card Sorting

1/4

encourage image

There's no tags or description

Looks like no tags are added yet.

Study Analytics
Name
Mastery
Learn
Test
Matching
Spaced

No study sessions yet.

5 Terms

1
New cards

Chromosomes

Long, coiled strands of DNA containing GENES which code for the PROTEINS that make up living orgsanisms. Found in the cell nucleus.

<p>Long, coiled strands of DNA containing GENES which code for the PROTEINS that make up living orgsanisms. Found in the cell nucleus.</p>
2
New cards

Genes

Genes work together to produce visible traits (like hair colour), and keep the body functioning.

3
New cards

What is DNA?

Stands for Deoxyribonucleic Acid. A spiralling chain-lilke molecule made up of nucleotides.

4
New cards

What is DNA made up of?

DNA is made up of 4 different types of nucleotides.

5
New cards

What does DNA do?

Tells amino acids how to form into proteins.