RNA in Cells Differs from DNA in That

question 53

Multiple Choice

RNA in cells differs from DNA in that

• A)it contains the base uracil, which pairs with cytosine.
• B)it is single-stranded and cannot form base pairs.
• C)it is single-stranded and can fold up into a variety of structures.
• D)the sugar ribose contains fewer oxygen atoms than does deoxyribose.

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Definitions:

Charters

Legal documents that establish the existence of corporations or cities and define their rights and privileges.

Negative Excess Reserves

A situation where banks have less reserves than the required minimum, often indicating liquidity problems within the banking system.

Liquidity Trap

A condition where the effectiveness of monetary policy in spurring economic growth is diminished due to high rates of savings and low interest rates.

Reserve Requirement

Central bank regulations that set the minimum amount of reserves that must be held by a commercial bank, not to be loaned out or spent.