Question
Write the differences in DNA and RNA.
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Answer
differences in DNA and RNA.
| S. No. | DNA | RNA |
| 1. | It is mainly found in the nucleus. | It is mainly found in the cytoplasm but some amount of |
| 2. | It contains deoxyribose sugar. | It contso found in the nucleus. |
| 3. | A nitrogenous base called thiamine is found in it. | Uracil is found in place of thiamine in it. |
| 4. | It forms a double helix. | It forms a rope. |
| 5. | It is genetic material that carries traits from one offspring | It is used in protein synthesis |
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