Multiple Choice
Which type of monomer combines to form DNA molecules?
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7. DNA and Chromosome Structure
DNA as the Genetic Material
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Which of the following best describes what DNA stands for?
A
Deoxyribose nucleic acid
B
Deoxyribonucleic acid
C
Dinucleic ribose acid
D
Dideoxyribonucleic acid
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Understand that DNA is an acronym, where each part of the word corresponds to a component of its chemical structure.
Break down the term 'DNA' into its parts: 'Deoxy-', 'Ribo-', and 'Nucleic Acid'.
Recognize that 'Deoxy-' refers to the absence of one oxygen atom compared to ribose sugar, 'Ribo-' refers to the sugar ribose, and 'Nucleic Acid' refers to the type of molecule composed of nucleotides.
Compare each option to see which one correctly combines these components into a scientifically accurate term.
Identify that the correct full form of DNA is 'Deoxyribonucleic acid', which accurately reflects its chemical structure.
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