Extra Credit: DNA's Shape

The Shape of DNA

due: 11:59pm, Monday, November 19th.  

DNA is shaped like a double helix.  This information is widely accepted.  But, for this extra credit opportunity, you must answer the following questions about DNA.  You must also include your reference for EACH question.

1. DNA is an acronym.  What is DNA's "real" name?

2. What function does DNA serve?

3. How was DNA's shape discovered?  Give me the name of three scientists who played a role in this discovery?  (Hint: I'm looking for the names of two men and one woman).

4. DNA has nucleotide bases, what are the four bases?  (Hint: C, G, T, A... what does each letter represent?)

5. In DNA, the four base nucleotides always pair up in a certain way; which letters bond with which?

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***As I mentioned, you must include a reference for each question.  Use the following as an example of how to format your responses:

1. What is the capital of Germany?

The capital of Germany is Berlin.  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capital_of_Germany

OR, you can easily include the url as an active link by typing your response:

The capital of Germany is Berlin.  

And then highlighting the word "Berlin" and clicking the "link" button at the top of your post.  From there, copy/paste the url into the "web address" bar.  Once you do that, you will end up with the following:

1. What is the capital of Germany?
The capital of Germany is Berlin.