Question
Differentiate between a template strand and coding strand of DNA.
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Answer
| S. No | Role/ Strand | Template strand | Coding strand |
| (i) | Function | Codes for the protein molecule. | Does not code for anything. |
| (ii) | Polarity | 3′ → 5′ | 3′ → 5′ |
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