DNA vs RNA

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What is DNA?

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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life. It is composed of two strands that coil around each other to form a double helix.

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What is RNA?

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RNA (ribonucleic acid) is a single-stranded molecule that plays a crucial role in the synthesis of proteins and acts as a messenger carrying instructions from DNA.

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Where are chromosomes located inside the cell?

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Chromosomes are located in the nucleus of the cell.

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What is the primary function of RNA?

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The primary function of RNA is to help in the synthesis of proteins.

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What does the structure of DNA resemble?

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The structure of DNA resembles a twisted ladder.

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What are genes?

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Genes are segments of DNA that code for proteins, which determine the traits of an organism.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA in terms of bases?

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

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What are the three main types of RNA?

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The three main types of RNA are messenger RNA (mRNA), transfer RNA (tRNA), and ribosomal RNA (rRNA).

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What is the role of mRNA?

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mRNA carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where proteins are synthesized.

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What is the role of tRNA?

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tRNA transports amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis.