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In living organisms DNA consists of two complementary strands wound together in a specific structure called a .?
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DNA consists of two complementary strands wound together in a specific structure called a?
double helix
What is the complementarity principle?
the quality of a state being complementary/helping and supporting it
What is micromorphology?
morphology is a branch of bioscience dealing with the study of the form and structure of organisms and their specific structural features
In most multicellular organisms cells are organized according to their?
In most multicellular organisms, cells are organized by their function. Brain cells, for example, have a specific structure because of their purpose.
What two steps in the classification system are used in the 'scientific name' of an organism?
A scientific name consists of a genus and a specific epithet, meaning the organisms genus and species classification.
What causes enzyme specificity?
The enzyme's surface folds are complementary to the substrate's surface folds.
How are organs systems and organisms?
An organ is one structure that performs a specific function(ex. stomach) and an organ system is a group of organs(ex. digestive system)
What is a poem that consists of fourteen lines?
A sonnet is a poem that consists of fourteen lines. It typically follows a specific rhyme scheme and structure, such as the Shakespearean or Petrarchan form. Sonnets are often used to explore themes of love, beauty, and mortality.
Why is hair not an enzyme?
Hair like enzymes are made of protein. However for a protein to be an enzyme it must have a very specific tertiary structure (shape) and have an active site that has a complementary shape to part of its substrate molecule. ie the enzyme must fit with the thing that it breaks down The tertiary sructure of hair is not highly folded and does not have a complementary shape to a substrate molecule therefore it is not an enzyme
What is complementary medicine?
Complementary Medicine is a non-primary care system of health care or specific treatment that is not usually expected to replace a conventional medicine but rather is used in accordance with conventional treatments.
Is an order a taxon?
No. A taxon is one or more groups of organisms. An order is one of the many specific ranks available to classify taxa under. While it is true that an order consists of a group of organisms, it doesn't refer to the organism itself, it's just a hierarchical naming system; thus, isn't a taxon.
What are composed elements combined in a specific ratio called?
what consists of elements combined in a specific ratio?
