DNA vs. RNA

Front

What does tRNA stand for?

Back

transfer RNA

Front

What type of sugar is found in RNA?

Back

ribose

Front

I contain the instructions for making just one protein.

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RNA

Front

What type of RNA is responsible for carrying amino acids to the ribosome?

Back

tRNA

Front

What type of RNA carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome?

Back

mRNA

Front

What is the primary function of DNA?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What is the primary function of RNA?

Back

To help in the synthesis of proteins.

Front

What are the building blocks of RNA?

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Nucleotides, which consist of a ribose sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

Front

What are the nitrogenous bases found in RNA?

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Adenine, Uracil, Cytosine, and Guanine.

Front

How does the structure of DNA differ from RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains deoxyribose sugar, while RNA is single-stranded and contains ribose sugar.