Nucleic Acids
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Nucleic Acids

INTRODUCTION TO NUCLEIC ACIDS Nucleic acids are the main information-carrying molecules of the cell, and, by directing the process of protein synthesis, they determine the inherited characteristics of every living thing. Nucleic…
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Genetic Code

The genetic code is the list of all codons and the amino acids that they encode. Main features of the genetic code were proved in genetic experiments carried out by…
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Replication Vs Transcription

ReplicationTranscriptionOccurrenceS phase of the cell cycleG1 and G2 phase of the cell cyclePrimerRequires RNA primer for replication to startDoes not require a primerEnzymesDNA Polymerase, DNA HelicaseRNA polymerase, TranscriptaseGenome copyEntire genome…
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DNA Vs RNA

ComparisonDNARNAFull NameDeoxyribonucleic Acid Ribonucleic AcidFunctionDNA replicates and stores genetic information. It is a blueprint for all genetic information contained within an organism.RNA converts the genetic information contained within DNA to a…
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Fungi as Biocontrol Agents

•Entomopathogenic fungi were among the first pathogens noticed to affect imported fire ant populations in their native range in South America. When spores of these fungi contact the host cuticle,…
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Two component system in bacteria

•Two-component signal transduction systems enable bacteria to sense, respond, and adapt to a wide range of environments, stressors, and growth conditions. •Signal transduction can occur through the transfer of phosphoryl…