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What are the important structural and functional differences between DNA and RNA?
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Options:
  • A DNA and RNA have identical structures and functions.
  • B DNA is single-stranded, while RNA is double-stranded. DNA carries genetic information, while RNA is involved in protein synthesis.
  • C DNA is double-stranded, while RNA is single-stranded. DNA carries genetic information, while RNA is involved in protein synthesis and other cellular functions.
  • D DNA and RNA have the same functions but differ in their chemical composition.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: DNA is double-stranded, while RNA is single-stranded. DNA carries genetic information, while RNA is involved in protein synthesis and other cellular functions.
Correct Option is : (C)
DNA is double-stranded, while RNA is single-stranded. DNA carries genetic information, while RNA is involved in protein synthesis and other cellular functions.

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