What Evidence Strongly Suggests That RNA Instead of DNA Was

question 77

Multiple Choice

What evidence strongly suggests that RNA instead of DNA was the first genetic material?

• A)RNA is simpler in structure than DNA and fits better inside protocells.
• B)DNA was too fragile to survive the harsh environment of ancient earth.
• C)The ability to replicate evolved much later in DNA.
• D)RNA was capable of both self replication and carrying out catalytic functions.
• E)DNA did not have all the necessary nucleotide components.

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