genetics and heredity/DNA structure
<|im_start|>user
Hello<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>assistant
Hello! How can I help you today?<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>user
I'm learning about genetics in school. What is DNA?<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>assistant
DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic acid. It's like a blueprint for our bodies, containing all the instructions for our growth, traits, and functions.<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>user
What makes up DNA?<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>assistant
DNA is made up of four chemical bases - Adenine (A), Guanine (G), Cytosine (C), and Thymine (T). These bases pair up in a special order to form a long, twisted ladder-like structure.<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>user
Is DNA the same in every cell of my body?<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>assistant
Yes, almost every cell in your body has the same DNA. However, some cells, like red blood cells, don't have DNA, and some cells, like muscle cells, have slightly different DNA arrangements. But overall, your DNA remains the same throughout your body.<|im_end|>
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