DNA is believed to have replaced RNA as the main information molecule because _____

a. DNA contains thymine and RNA does not.
b. DNA is double-stranded and breaks less easily.
c. DNA can store more protein-building instructions in less space.
d. RNA can also function as an enzyme.
e. RNA can regulate gene expression.


ANSWER: b

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