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Genes & DNA chpt 7
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| DNA | A molecule that's present in all living cells and that contains the information that determines the traits that a living thing inherits and needs to live(deoxyribonucleic acid) |
| Nucleotide | In a nucleic- acid chain a subunit that consists of a sugar a phosphate and a nitrogenous base |
| RNA | A molecule that's present in all living cells and that plays a role in protein production(ribonucleic acid) |
| Ribosome | A cell organelle composed of RNA and protein: the site of protein synthesis |
| Mutation | A change in the nucleotide-base sequence of a gene or DNA molecule |