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Notes
What is a DNA: a self-replicating material that is present in nearly all living organisms as the main constituent of chromosomes. It is the carrier of genetic information.
What is an RNA: ribonucleic acid, a nucleic acid present in all living cells. Its principal role is to act as a messenger carrying instructions from DNA for controlling the synthesis of proteins, although in some viruses RNA rather than DNA carries the genetic information.
Differences between DNA and RNA
Below is the the differences between DNA and RNA in a table format:
DNA | RNA |
Double-stranded molecule | Single-stranded molecule |
Contains deoxyribose (sugar) | Contains ribose (sugar) |
Contains the nitrogenous base, thymine | Contains the nitrogenous base, uracil |
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EXAM TIP: The structure of the DNA and RNA molecule is very important and is often examined almost every year in Grade 12. Make sure that you know the labels of each component. Remember to label the diagram first and then move onto the questions
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