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What does the genetic code produce, which makes traits?
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proteins
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What results with a problem in the genetic code?
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a genetic disorder
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List two examples of genetic disorders
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sickle cell anemia and Downs Syndrome
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Each human cell contains about __ feet of DNA
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6
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Who discovered the structure of DNA?
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James Watson and Francis Crick
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When was the structure of DNA discovered?
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1953
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What is the exact copy of DNA called?
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daughter DNA
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What is the function of a helicase enzyme?
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unwind the helix
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What is the function of a DNA polymerase?
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add new nucleotides
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What enzyme unwinds the helix?
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helicase
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What enzyme adds new nucleotides?
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DNA polymerase
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