RNA structure

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What type of RNA builds the ribosomes?

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rRNA (ribosomal RNA) is the type of RNA that makes up the ribosomes, which are the sites of protein synthesis in cells.

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What is the main difference between DNA and RNA regarding nitrogenous bases?

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Only RNA has the base Uracil, while DNA contains Thymine.

Front

What does RNA stand for?

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RNA stands for ribonucleic acid.

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What sugar is found in RNA?

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RNA contains Ribose sugar, while DNA contains Deoxyribose sugar.

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How many strands does RNA have?

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RNA is typically single-stranded, whereas DNA is double-stranded.

Front

Which nitrogenous base is found in RNA but not in DNA?

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Uracil is found in RNA, while Thymine is found in DNA.

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What is the primary function of mRNA?

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mRNA (messenger RNA) carries genetic information from DNA to the ribosomes for protein synthesis.

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What is the role of tRNA in protein synthesis?

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tRNA (transfer RNA) brings amino acids to the ribosome during protein synthesis, matching them to the coded mRNA sequence.

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What is the structure of RNA?

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RNA is usually single-stranded and can fold into various shapes, allowing it to perform different functions.

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

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In RNA, Uracil replaces Thymine, while the other bases (Adenine, Cytosine, and Guanine) are present in both.