The DNA
Chapter Name : Molecular Basis Of Inheritance |
Sub Topic Code : 103_12_06_01_01 |
Topic Name : The DNA |
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Sub Topic Name : Structure Of Polynucleotide Chain |
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Introduction
We learn about the components of a polynucleotide chain which include a nitrogenous base, a pentose sugar and a phosphate group.
Real Life Question:
How does DNA control traits?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Glycosidic linkage | Type of covalent bond that joins a carbohydrate (sugar) molecule to another group. |
| Phosphodiester linkage | Group of strong covalent bonds between a phosphate group and two 5-carbon ring carbohydrates (pentoses) over two ester bonds. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Encyclopedia | Read about the structure of DNA. |
Places to visit :
Library
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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What you learn in Theory:
We learn about the structure of a polynucleotide chain and the linkages associated with it along with the reason for their stability.