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The differences between DNA and RNA.

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Nucleic acids are biomolecules that are essential for the existence of life. They are of two types, namely DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (ribonucleic acid). They are composed of nucleotides that consist of nitrogen bases, a ribose sugar, and a phosphate group. Both DNA and RNA serve as genetic material in living organisms.

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