Biology · PYQ NEET UG 2023
हिन्दीGiven below are two statements:\n Statement I: RNA mutates at a faster rate.\n Statement II: Viruses having RNA genome and shorter life span mutate and evolve faster.\nIn the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Correct answer · Option 1
Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
Explanation
Because of unstable 2'-OH group in RNA, RNA mutates at a faster rate. Viruses with RNA genome and short life span mutate and evolve faster, making both statements true.