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What are the differences between gene and DNA?
Posted April 19, 2023
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Answer

Basis of differentiation

Gene 

DNA

Definition 

Gene is a specific sequence present on a short DNA sequence. It encodes for specific proteins. 

DNA is a biomolecule that stores the genetic information of an organism.

Composition

A gene may be made up of either DNA or RNA. 

DNA is made up of two long polynucleotide chains wound together.

Location 

Gene is located on a chromosome. 

DNA is located within the nucleus of a cell. 

Role

Gene determines the traits of an organism.

DNA determines multiple functions including gene regulation.

Function

A gene is coded with heredity information.

DNA encodes the genetic instructions.

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