A student wants to modify model 1 so that it represents an RNA double helix instead of a DNA double helix. Of the following possible changes, which would be most effective in makin... A student wants to modify model 1 so that it represents an RNA double helix instead of a DNA double helix. Of the following possible changes, which would be most effective in making model 1 look more like RNA than DNA?

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The question is asking which modification to model 1 would make it resemble an RNA double helix instead of a DNA double helix. It provides several options regarding changes to the structure or composition of the model.

Answer

Change deoxyriboses to riboses by adding —OH groups.

The most effective change is changing the deoxyriboses to riboses by adding —OH groups.

Answer for screen readers

The most effective change is changing the deoxyriboses to riboses by adding —OH groups.

More Information

RNA contains ribose sugar, which has an additional hydroxyl group (-OH) compared to the deoxyribose in DNA. This is a key structural difference.

Tips

Ensure to distinguish between deoxyribose and ribose as this impacts their chemical properties.

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