DNA, genes and chromosomes
DNA
What is the structure of DNA in prokaryotic cells?
Short
Circular
Not associated with proteins
What is the structure of DNA in eukaryotic cells?
Very long
Linear
Associated with proteins called histones
What do DNA and its associated proteins form?
A chromosome
What are the stages of condensing DNA into chromosomes?
1. Wrapping of DNA around histones
2. Coiling
3. Supercoiling
Other than the nucleus, which other organelles contain DNA?
Mitochondria
Chloroplasts
What is the structure of DNA in the mitochondria and chloroplasts?
Short
Circular
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DNA
What is the structure of DNA in prokaryotic cells?
Short
Circular
Not associated with proteins
What is the structure of DNA in eukaryotic cells?
Very long
Linear
Associated with proteins called histones
What do DNA and its associated proteins form?
A chromosome
What are the stages of condensing DNA into chromosomes?
1. Wrapping of DNA around histones
2. Coiling
3. Supercoiling
Other than the nucleus, which other organelles contain DNA?
Mitochondria
Chloroplasts
What is the structure of DNA in the mitochondria and chloroplasts?
Short
Circular
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