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<StructureSection load='1bna' size='350' side='right' caption='This is the structure of DNA' scene=''> | <StructureSection load='1bna' size='350' side='right' caption='This is the structure of DNA' scene=''> | ||
| - | + | DNA is essential to pass down genetic information from one generation to the next. It contains all the information that is needed for an organism to develop. | |
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| + | The structure of DNA consists of | ||
== Function == | == Function == | ||
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| + | The function of DNA is for long-term storage of information in cells. | ||
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| + | It is also known as the blueprint where mRNA is made from transcription which in turn makes proteins from the mRNA. | ||
== Disease == | == Disease == | ||
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| + | Mutations in DNA can cause a variety of diseases. Some may be more deleterious or harmful than others. | ||
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| + | Some diseases that arise from mutated DNA include but are not limited to cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, Tay-Sachs disease, and phenylketonuria. | ||
== Relevance == | == Relevance == | ||
== Structural highlights == | == Structural highlights == | ||
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| - | This is a sample scene created with SAT to <scene name="/12/3456/Sample/1">color</scene> by Group, and another to make <scene name="/12/3456/Sample/2">a transparent representation</scene> of the protein. You can make your own scenes on SAT starting from scratch or loading and editing one of these sample scenes. | ||
</StructureSection> | </StructureSection> | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references/> | <references/> | ||
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