DNA & RNA

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What is the primary function of RNA in the cell?

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RNA serves as a messenger carrying instructions from DNA for controlling the synthesis of proteins.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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DNA is a double helix composed of two strands of nucleotides twisted around each other.

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What are the building blocks of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides are the building blocks of nucleic acids, consisting of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

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What are the four nitrogenous bases found in DNA?

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Adenine (A), Thymine (T), Cytosine (C), and Guanine (G).

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What are the four nitrogenous bases found in RNA?

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Adenine (A), Uracil (U), Cytosine (C), and Guanine (G).

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What is the sugar component of DNA?

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Deoxyribose is the sugar found in the backbone of DNA.

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How does RNA differ from DNA in terms of structure?

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RNA is single-stranded, while DNA is double-stranded.

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Where is DNA located in a eukaryotic cell?

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DNA is primarily located in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells.

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What is the role of ribosomes in protein synthesis?

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Ribosomes are the sites where RNA is translated into proteins.

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What is transcription in the context of DNA and RNA?

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Transcription is the process of copying a segment of DNA into RNA.