Which of the following provides some evidence that RNA probably evolved before D

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Yolanda

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on: Jun 25, 2013

Which of the following provides some evidence that RNA probably evolved before DNA?
A) RNA polymerase uses DNA as a template.
B) RNA polymerase makes a single-stranded molecule.
C) RNA polymerase does not require localized unwinding of the DNA.
D) DNA polymerase uses primer, usually made of RNA.
E) DNA polymerase has proofreading function.

coco

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2013

It's D. Have a nice day!

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