DNA vs. RNA

What is the primary structural difference between DNA and RNA?

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

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

• DNA contains ribose sugar, while RNA contains deoxyribose sugar.

• DNA contains uracil, while RNA contains thymine.

Which of the following bases is found in RNA but not in DNA?

• Adenine

• Thymine

• Uracil

• Cytosine

What is the sugar molecule present in DNA?

• Ribose

• Deoxyribose

• Glucose

• Fructose

What is the main function of DNA in cells?

• To transport amino acids

• To store genetic information that acts as instructions for protein synthesis

• To catalyze biochemical reactions

• To provide energy

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Where is DNA located within a eukaryotic cell?

Select all that apply.

• Ribosome

• Vacuole

• Nucleus

• Cytoplasm

Where is RNA located within a eukaryotic cell?

Select all that apply.

• Lysosome

• Nucleus

• Cell membrane

• Cytoplasm

What is the sugar molecule present in RNA?

• Ribose

• Deoxyribose

• Glucose

• Fructose

What is the primary function of RNA in cells?

• To store genetic information

• To catalyze biochemical reactions

• To help build proteins using genetic information from DNA

• To provide structural support to cells

Which of the following is a similarity between DNA and RNA?

• Both contain the sugar ribose.

• Both are double-stranded.

• Both contain adenine, cytosine, and guanine.

• Both contain uracil.

Which of the following is a difference in the base pairing rules between DNA and RNA?

• DNA pairs adenine with uracil, while RNA pairs adenine with thymine.

• DNA pairs adenine with thymine, while RNA pairs adenine with uracil.

• DNA pairs guanine with uracil, while RNA pairs guanine with cytosine.

• DNA pairs cytosine with uracil, while RNA pairs cytosine with thymine.