deduce what similarities would be found in the DNA structure of genes from a cat human and eucalyptus tree

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8 years ago

The amount of adenine and thymine in the DNAof a human, cat and eucalyptus tree

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7 years ago

The DNA would have the same basic structure in all these organisms. The nucleotides comprise phosphate, sugar and base; the bases are adenine, thymine, cytosine and guanine; and the method of complementary base pairing is the same.

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11 months ago

To deduce the similarities in the DNA structure, or the genetic similarities, between a cat, a human, and a eucalyptus tree, we can examine the concept of evolution and genetic inheritance.

1. Evolution: All living organisms share a common ancestor, which means there will be some genetic similarities among various species, although they may differ significantly in their physical appearance and characteristics.

2. Genetic Inheritance: Genes are segments of DNA that contain instructions for making proteins and determining an organism's traits. Certain genes are conserved across organisms and are passed down from generation to generation.

While a cat, a human, and a eucalyptus tree belong to different kingdoms (Animalia and Plantae), there are still some commonalities that can be identified in their DNA structure:

1. Basic Genetic Components: All living organisms, including cats, humans, and trees, have a genetic blueprint made of DNA. DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) consists of a double helix structure with nucleotide bases (adenine, thymine, cytosine, and guanine) forming the genetic code.

2. Gene Structure: Genes are regions of DNA that contain specific instructions and code for the production of proteins. While the specific DNA sequences might vary, the overall structure and functions of genes are similar across organisms. Genes are composed of exons (coding regions) and introns (non-coding regions).

3. Regulatory Elements: Along with genes, organisms also possess regulatory elements that control gene expression. These regulatory sequences dictate when and where genes are activated or suppressed. While the specific regulatory sequences might differ, the general mechanisms of gene regulation are conserved.

4. Genetic Code: All organisms use the same genetic code to translate DNA sequences into proteins. This code is universal and allows the synthesis of proteins through a process called translation. The DNA sequence is transcribed to mRNA, which is then translated into a specific amino acid sequence.

While these are some general similarities in DNA structure and function, it is important to note that the specific DNA sequences and the genes themselves will vary widely between cats, humans, and eucalyptus trees. Biological diversity arises from the differences in the arrangement, number, and expression of genes among species, resulting in the unique characteristics of each organism.