GCSE biology 0.0 / 5 ? BiologyDNA and inheritanceGCSEOCR Created by: mentoringsirwilliamromneyCreated on: 26-11-15 17:18 What does DNA stand for? deoxyribose nucleic acid 1 of 5 What is DNA? DNA is made up of molecules which are large and complex. They carry the genetic code that determines the characteristics of a living thing. 2 of 5 What is a gene? A gene is a short section of DNA. Each gene codes for a specific protein by specifying the order in which amino acids must be joined together. 3 of 5 What is a chromosome? The cell’s nucleus contains chromosomes made from long DNA molecules. 4 of 5 How many genes determines someones eye colour and shape of ear lobe? This is controlled by one gene 5 of 5
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