DNA exists in a double-stranded form whereas RNA is mainly a single stranded molecule. likely reason

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5.Molecular Basis of Inheritance

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$DNA$ exists in a double-stranded form whereas $RNA $ is mainly a single stranded molecule. What is the likely reason for $DNA$ being double stranded?

$RNA$ strands cannot form base pairs.

Double stranded $DNA$ is a more stable structure.

$DNA$ cannot exist in the single stranded form.

It is easier to replicate double stranded $DNA$ than single stranded $RNA.$

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Double stranded $DNA$ is much more stable than single stranded $RNA$ and this helps to protect our genetic code. Having a second copy of our genetic code means that there is a reference for repair in the event of a mutation or damage.

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Transforming principle in Griffith’s experiment was $DNA$. It was discovered by

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$DNA$ exists in a double-stranded form whereas $RNA $ is mainly a single stranded molecule. What is the likely reason for $DNA$ being double stranded?

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