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All About DNA and Proteins
Most people are familiar with the term 'proteins' but mostly in relation to diet rather than DNA. DNA is the genetic code for proteins, which carry out many important…...
An Overview of DNA Functions
DNA has many important functions such as coding for proteins and replication....
DNA Sequencing
DNA sequencing involves the determination of bases in a DNA strand. It is important because it allows scientists to identify a person's genetic information, which can…...
How was DNA Discovered?
The discovery of DNA is one of the most important events of the twentieth century. Watson, Crick, Pauling, Wilkins and Franklin were all key players in the discovery…...
Learn About DNA Structure
Learning about DNA structure has been integral to understanding DNA and applying this understanding to diseases and treatments today....
The Importance of DNA
The discovery of DNA has been important to fields such as medicine, agriculture, paternity, forensics and many others. Its applications are broad and continued…...
The Properties of DNA
DNA has special physical and mechanical properties that allow it to effectively function. Our understanding of DNA properties is important to allow us to learn more…...
What is DNA?
DNA stands for deoxyribonucleic acid. It is considered the blueprint for human life and is found abundantly throughout the cells in your body. Our knowledge of DNA has…...