Across
- 5. during replication, this enzyme helps open up the DNA helix by breaking hydrogen bonds (it “unzips” the DNA)
- 8. a ladder-like structure that DNA is shaped into
- 11. guanine’s partner
- 12. section of DNA that codes for a protein
- 14. combination of proteins that give a unique _________
- 15. function of DNA that reads the newly added base before adding the next one, it makes sure there are no mutations
Down
- 1. adenine’s partner
- 2. another name for the bottom strand
- 3. DNA is composed of repeating units called _____
- 4. acid what DNA stands for
- 6. Y-shaped structure formed during the initiation of replication
- 7. bases arranged in triplets
- 9. another name for the top strand
- 10. carrier of all genetic info
- 13. what is the matching sequence of GATTCA?