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Question
Differentiate between the following:
DNA and Histone
Distinguish Between
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Solution
| Sr. No. | DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) | Histone |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | It is a nucleic acid molecule that carries genetic blueprints. | It is a basic structural protein molecule. |
| 2. | It carries a negative electrical charge due to phosphate groups. | It carries a positive electrical charge due to basic amino acids. |
| 3. | It stores and transmits hereditary information from parents to offspring. | It helps in packaging and coiling the long DNA strand into a compact chromosome. |
| 4. | It is made up of repeating sub-units called nucleotides. | It is made up of repeating sub-units called amino acids. |
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