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Structure of DNA and RNA and Their Functions

June 26, 2024 by DeepakRajput

DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (ribonucleic acid) are nucleic acids essential for the storage, transmission, and expression of genetic information in all living organisms. Despite their similarities, they have distinct structures and functions. Structure of DNA Chemical Composition 1. Nucleotides: – Components: Each nucleotide consists of three components: – A nitrogenous base: Adenine … Read more

Structure of DNA: Watson and Crick Model

January 10, 2024 by DeepakRajput

In 1953, James Watson and Francis Crick proposed a groundbreaking model for the structure of DNA, a discovery that laid the foundation for understanding the molecular basis of genetics. The Watson and Crick model describes DNA as a double helix composed of two complementary strands held together by hydrogen bonds between specific base pairs. The … Read more