What is the the difference between dna and rna

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RNA has a ribose sugar instead of a deoxyribose sugar like DNA. RNA nucleotides have a uracil base instead of thymine.

Cvandal answered Feb 24, 2019

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DNA is double standard and contains sugar deoxyribose. RNA exists in a single strand and contains ribose which has more oxygen atoms.

WebComer answered Feb 28, 2019

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