HUMAN GENETICS

Worksheet on DNA vs RNA

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I. Differentiate DNA from RNA

DNA RNA
Function

Number of strand
Nucleotides/Bases

Sugar
Size
Stability

Location in the cell

II. Compare the different types of RNA

Types of RNAs Primary Function/s Location

Messenger RNA (mRNA)

Ribosomal RNA (rRNA)

Transfer RNA (tRNA)

*Watch these youtube videos as aid in answering.

 (203) DNA vs RNA (Updated) - YouTube
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 (203) mRNA, tRNA, and rRNA function | Types of RNA - YouTube
 (203) TYPES OF RNA - YouTube