Discuss with your teacher and find out how to distinguish between
RNA and DNA
the differences between RNA and DNA are
RNA | DNA |
•It is the transcribed product of gene. | •It is the carrier of genetic information |
•It is formed of adenine, guanine, cytosine and uridine. | •It is formed of adenine, guanine, cytosine and thymidine. |
•It is composed of ribonucleic acid. | •It is composed of deoxyribonucleic acid. |
•They are generally single strand materials. | •They are generally double strand materials. |
•These are highly unstable molecules. | •These are highly stable molecules. |
•RNAs are translated to produce proteins. | •DNA is transcribed to produce RNA. |
•They express the genetic information through protein synthesis. | •They are concerned with the replication and maintenance of the genetic material. |