Q. Consider the following statements: (A) RNA is the first genetic material (B) RNA can directly code for protein synthesizing machinery Select the correct option
A) A is true, B is false
B) Both A and B are false
C) Both A and B are true
D) A is false, B is true
Explanation
RNA is considered as the first genetic material because it can synthesize protein on its own. However, DNA is dependent upon RNA to synthesize protein during translation.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.