Give three differences between DNA and RNA

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DNA has the sugar deoxyribose and RNA has the sugar ribose.
DNA has the base Thymine and RNA has the base Uracil in place of Thymine.
DNA is double-stranded and RNA is single-stranded.

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While they are simple relative to cells, viruses often have a very diverse collection of components. Which one of the following choices is LEAST likely to be found as part of a virus?  

A.  proteins with functional binding sites B.  membrane components C.  single-stranded DNA D.  ribosomes E.  glycoproteins Clarify Question · What is the key concept addressed by the question? · What type of thinking is required?   Gather Content · What do you already know about virus structure?   Choose Answer · Given what you now know, what information and/or problem solving approach is most likely to produce the correct answer?   Reflect on Process    · Did your problem-solving process lead you to the correct answer? If not, where did the process break down or lead you astray? How can you revise your approach to produce a more desirable result?

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Modern botanists think that all plants evolved from a common ancestor that was an ancient green algae. What is the

best explanation for this hypothesis? a. They are autotrophs. b. They live on land. c. They have green leaves. d. They are green like green algae. e. They share many biochemical and metabolic traits.

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You just got a good look at the Loch Ness Monster! It's tail was waving from side to side. What can you conclude?

A. No conclusions can be drawn. B. It is likely a type of fish. C. It is likely a type of sea lion. D. It is likely a type of whale.

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What is the GU-AG rule?

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