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Daily TAKS Connection:DNA BIO(6): The student knows that the structures and functions of nucleic acids in the mechanisms of genetics. The student is expected to: (A) Describe components of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), and illustrate how information for specifying the traits of an organism is carried in the DNA. Day 1 Construct a folded book foldable titled “DNA” Materials: Foldable handout (2 pages) Scissors Pen Colored pencils/crayons Instructions: Hamburger fold the foldable handouts Cut 2 cm slits from the edges of the fold of the handout that has page 2 (as marked) Cut along the fold line of the other sheet of paper beginning and ending about 2 cm from each end (as marked). Burrito fold and insert paper from step 2 into the hole and open, forming a book. Day 2 notes: “What is DNA?” Record the following notes on page 1 of your foldable: DeoxyriboNucleic Acid Function: blueprint for life; determines traits of an organism Composition: Double-stranded Strands are made of nucleotides – a single unit of DNA. Contain a phosphate group, a sugar, and a nitrogen base. Arranged in a double helix Location in every cell: nucleus Question In all plant and animal cells, the nucleus contains long molecules of DNA. Which of the following best describes the function of DNA? a. DNA provides the shape and structure of the nucleus. b. DNA packages materials for transport through the nucleus. c. DNA carries materials into and out of the nucleus. d. DNA contains the blueprint for producing the whole organism. Question All of the following are found in a DNA molecule except — a. carbon dioxide b. deoxyribose c. nitrogen d. phosphate Question Which molecule is most responsible for determining an organism’s eye color, body structure, and cellular enzyme production? a. Complex starch b. Fatty acid c. Carbohydrate d. Deoxyribonucleic acid Question Proteins are produced according to a special code found in the control center of the cell. Which of these