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RNA and DNA are both are genetics material


Biswajit 14th Mar, 2025
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Prachi Kumari 15th Mar, 2025

Hello,

Yes, both RNA and DNA are genetic materials. DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) is the primary genetic material in most organisms, storing and passing genetic information. RNA (Ribonucleic Acid) also carries genetic information, mainly in some viruses, and helps in protein synthesis in all living beings.

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Tanya Gupta 14th Mar, 2025

Hello,

Yes, both RNA and DNA are genetic materials, but they serve different functions. DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the primary genetic material in most organisms, storing and transmitting genetic information. RNA (ribonucleic acid) acts as a messenger, carrying instructions from DNA for protein synthesis. In some viruses, RNA serves as the genetic material, directing replication and protein production. Both are crucial for heredity, gene expression, and cellular function.

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Tanya Gupta 14th Mar, 2025

RNA and DNA are both genetic materials responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information in living organisms. DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the primary genetic material in most organisms, carrying hereditary instructions. RNA (ribonucleic acid) plays a crucial role in protein synthesis and acts as genetic material in some viruses. While DNA is double-stranded and stable, RNA is single-stranded and more prone to degradation, making their functions distinct yet interconnected.

Mitali Sharma 14th Mar, 2025

Hello

Yes , both RNA (Ribonucleic Acid) and DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) are genetic materials but they have different roles and structures:

DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid)

Found in most organisms as the primary genetic material.

Double-stranded, forming a double helix.

Stores genetic information for growth, development and reproduction.

Stable and remains in the nucleus (in eukaryotes).

RNA (Ribonucleic Acid)

Acts as genetic material in some viruses (retroviruses like HIV).

Usually single-stranded.

Plays roles in protein synthesis (mRNA, tRNA, rRNA) and gene regulation.

Less stable than DNA and found in both the nucleus and cytoplasm.

Hope this gives you the clarity you need.

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