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Encodes for proteins, acts as control switches, and self replicates.

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DNA contains the genetic information that determines an organism's physical characteristics, such as eye color and height. It also serves as instructions for building and maintaining an organism's cells and tissues.

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All cells have what three things?

1. a cell membrane 2. DNA 3. cytoplasm


What 2 main things make up a chromosome?

Doubled stranded DNA and protein molecules


Do things have DNA?

No, things do not have DNA. DNA is a molecule that carries genetic information and is found in living organisms. Inorganic objects, such as rocks or water, do not have DNA.


Is DNA a characteristic for all living things share?

Yes, DNA is a characteristic that all living things share. To be more precise, all living things share a form of genetic material, which is DNA.


Do fruits and vegetables have DNA?

Yes, all living things have DNA.


What is only found in living things water DNA oxygen?

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Does fire have DNA?

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DNA testing is used to identify things.


Is DNA found in nonliving things?

No.


What is living things made of?

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What if the cell replicates but has no DNA?

It cannot replicate without DNA. All living things are made up of DNA.


Process by which DNA copies itself?

Replication! 1) DNA splits 2) DNA copies 3) left with 2 copies of DNA! :)