The twisting tale of DNA - Judith Hauck
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What do a man, a mushroom, and an elephant have in common? A very long and simple double helix molecule makes us more similar and much more different than any other living thing. But, how does a simple molecule determine the form and function of so many different living things?
DNA, although a very simple molecule, can be quite confusing. Attempt to explain the parts of DNA and how they fit together. What do you think is most confusing about the construction of DNA?
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