What are the differences between DNA, RNA, and mRNA?

Review of DNA. Previously, on 'DNA and RNA:' Professor Pear: Today, we know that permanently changing the characteristics of an organism can be accomplished by changing its DNA content. read more

Nucleic acids are large macromolecules found in all known forms of life. There are two types of nucleotides namely; DNA and RNA. mRNA is classified under RNA. In both DNA and mRNA, genetic information is encoded in the sequence of nucleotides, which are arranged into codons. read more

RNA is, in fact, the second of the two types of nucleic acids; however, there are a number of structural differences between the two. First let's address the name. Like DNA, RNA is a nucleic acid composed of a sugar, a phosphate group and a nitrogenous base. read more

DNA vs mRNA There are two types of nucleic acids found inside the cells of living organisms; DNA and RNA. Both of these have structural and functional differences between them. read more