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Describe the function of DNA, the structure of DNA, and the role of DNA in determining the traits of organisms.

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Structure: Double Helix polymer, a spiral consisting of two DNA strands wound around each other.

Function: Is to store all of the genetic information that an organism needs to develop, Function, and reproduce.

DNA Determining traits: DNA contains the genetic code that is used to make proteins. It is the structure of the protines that determines many of the biological functions and physical characteristics of an organism.

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