Question

Even though DNA and RNA share many characteristics, they are different molecules. How are DNA and RNA different? Include in your response an explanation of:

Function
Structure
Nitrogenous bases
Sugar
Number of strands

Answer 1

• Function: DNA includes instructions on how to create the protein and RNA assists in the actual production/synthesis or protein
• Structure: DNA has a double helix while RNA is single-stranded
• Nitrogenous bases: C and G bases always pair with one another. In DNA, Adenine pairs with Thymine. In RNA, Adenine pairs with Uracil
• Sugar: DNA has deoxyribose sugar and RNA has ribose sugar
• Strand count: DNA has 2, RNA has 1

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