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What is the main function of DNA
To survive and to reproduce
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What does RNA stand for
ribonucleic acid
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Key Differences of RNA and DNA?
RNA contains sugar ribose and DNA contains a different sugar deoxyribose
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What is a strand of DNA
A thin molecule that is smaller than a strand of hair
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What does RNA do for our bodies?
RNA helps store genetic information into your body for protein.
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What are both of them made up of ?
Both are made up of five nitrogenous bases
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What information does DNA contain?
the instructions needed for an organism to develop, survive and reproduce.
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How many strands does RNA contain
A Singular strand
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Where is RNA and DNA found?
DNA is located in nucleus, RNA is formed in the nucleus and then moves to regions in the cytoplasm.
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