RNA VS DNA

Front

What are the three components of a nucleotide?

Back

A phosphate group, a pentose sugar, and a nitrogenous base.

Front

What type of nucleic acid travels outside of the nucleus?

Back

RNA.

Front

Where can both DNA and RNA be found within a cell?

Back

In the nucleus.

Front

What sugar is found in RNA?

Back

Ribose.

Front

What sugar is found in DNA?

Back

Deoxyribose.

Front

What is the structure of DNA?

Back

A double helix.

Front

What is the structure of RNA?

Back

Typically single-stranded.

Front

Which nucleic acid is responsible for protein synthesis?

Back

RNA.

Front

What is a key difference between DNA and RNA regarding their bases?

Back

RNA contains uracil instead of thymine, which is found in DNA.

Front

What is the primary function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.