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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