Nucleic Acids

Nucleic Acids ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Monomers ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Nitrogenous bases (N-bases) are: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Structure of a Nucleotide ,[object Object]

http://trc.ucdavis.edu/biosci10v/bis10v/media/ch09/dna_subunits_adv.html (Animation of N-bases & DNA)

Formation ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Formation Continued!! ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Overall equation: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Polymers of nucleic acids ,[object Object]

RNA Structure and Function ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

*RNA structure: single-strand molecule Note: Backbone consists of alternating P-S-P-S-P- etc…

DNA Structure and Function ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

DNA Structure and Function ,[object Object],[object Object]

Backbone of sugar-phosphate . http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/teachers/biology/activities.shtml (Link to DNA)

DNA Structure DNA has the same backbone as RNA, i.e. alternating P-S-P-S…

http://trc.ucdavis.edu/biosci10v/bis10v/media/ch09/dna_close-up.html (Animation of DNA structure)

Functions of DNA ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Structural (and functional) Comparison of DNA & RNA Structural (and functional) Comparison of DNA & RNA A , U , G , C A , T , G , C N-bases Ribose Deoxyribose Sugar 1 2 # of strands Linear, single strand Double helix or α - helix Structure/shape RNA DNA

DNA RNA -Helps with protein synthesis by mRNA (messenger RNA), tRNA (transfer RNA), and rRNA (ribosomal RNA). -Stores genetic information. -Maintains growth and repair. -Controls all cellular activities. -Contains protein codes. -Ensures each daughter cell & gamete receives exact genetic information. Functions/roles Cytoplasm, nucleus Nucleus & mitochondria Location in cell

ATP (adenosine triphosphate) ,[object Object],[object Object]

Functions for the cell (ATP) that is… ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Structure ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

You know the drill…name the parts…

ATP: Relating the structure to its role as the “energy currency” of cells ,[object Object]

ATP as “energy currency” ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Recharging ,[object Object],[object Object]

Identify each of the following chemicals

Nucleic Acids

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