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Alexis Sinton
on Oct 25, 2024
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DNA
A) must travel to ribosomes to function.
B) contains the sugar deoxyribose.
C) is a single-stranded molecule.
D) is one of several amino acids.
E) assembles amino acids to make proteins.
Deoxyribose
A five-carbon sugar molecule that is a component of DNA, lacking an oxygen atom compared to ribose.
DNA
Deoxyribonucleic acid, a molecule that carries the genetic instructions used in growth, development, functioning, and reproduction.
Ribosomes
Molecular machines within cells that synthesize proteins by translating the genetic information encoded in mRNA.
- Familiarize yourself with the basic configuration of DNA and RNA, and discern the variations in their duties and parts.
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Learning Objectives
- Familiarize yourself with the basic configuration of DNA and RNA, and discern the variations in their duties and parts.