Asked by Abbey Jarman on May 02, 2024
Verified
RNA is ____ and contains the nitrogenous base ____, which is absent in DNA.
A) single stranded; thymine
B) double stranded; uracil
C) single stranded; uracil
D) double stranded; thymine
E) single stranded; cytosine
Nitrogenous Base
An organic molecule with nitrogen that is a component of nucleic acids and nucleotides, participating in forming the genetic code.
Uracil
A nitrogenous base found in RNA, where it pairs with adenine and replaces thymine during RNA synthesis.
DNA
DNA is the molecule responsible for carrying the genetic blueprints essential for the growth, development, functioning, and reproduction of all recognized living beings and numerous viruses.
- Acquire knowledge of the configuration and utility of nucleic acids, and their importance in the central dogma of molecular biology.
Verified Answer
FE
Flavio EscalanteMay 08, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
RNA is typically single stranded and contains the nitrogenous base uracil, which replaces thymine found in DNA.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge of the configuration and utility of nucleic acids, and their importance in the central dogma of molecular biology.