Which of the following is not true regarding the structure of RNA?

a. RNA contains the same four nucleotide bases as DNA.
b. RNA contains ribose.
c. RNA is single stranded.
d. RNA in general is a helper to DNA.
e. There are different types of RNA, each with a different function.


Answer: a. RNA contains the same four nucleotide bases as DNA.

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