DNA, RNA & Transcription

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What does RNA stand for?

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Ribonucleic acid

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What does NOT describe RNA?

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Contains Thymine

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What are the 4 RNA nitrogen bases?

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adenine, uracil, cytosine, and guanine

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What is the process that makes a complementary mRNA strand from a DNA strand?

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transcription

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Through the process of transcription, DNA makes a complimentary strand of?

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RNA

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What is the primary function of RNA in cells?

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To transfer genetic information from DNA to the ribosome for protein synthesis.

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What sugar is found in RNA?

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Ribose

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA in terms of structure?

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DNA is double-stranded, while RNA is single-stranded.

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Which nitrogen base is found in RNA but not in DNA?

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Uracil

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What is the role of messenger RNA (mRNA)?

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To carry the genetic code from DNA to the ribosome for protein synthesis.