How are DNA and RNA different in terms of function, # strands, and sugars?

Function # Strands Sugar

DNA

RNA

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Eliza Bernard

4 September, 08:24

How are DNA and RNA different in terms of function, # strands, and sugars?

Function # Strands Sugar

DNA

RNA

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Frank Lucero · Answer 1

DNA is double-stranded while RNA is single stranded. DNA contains thymine base whereas RNA contains uracil base. RNA contains a ribose sugar while DNA contains a deoxyribose sugar. The function of DNA is long term storage of generic info. The function of RNA is for translating and transferring genetic code from the DNA to ribosomes to create proteins.

How are DNA and RNA different in terms of function, # strands, and sugars?Function # Strands SugarDNARNA

How are DNA and RNA different in terms of function, # strands, and sugars?

Function # Strands Sugar

DNA

RNA