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Do prokaryotic cells contain RNA

Updated: 8/10/2023
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Yes. RNA is used by cells to make proteins. All living organisms produce proteins.

In addition to prokaryotes, some viruses only use RNA as genetic material, but use the host cell to produce the proteins. These are called retroviruses like HIV.

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No they don't have RNA they only have DNA!!

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RNA is found in all life, and even in viruses.

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Yes,both have RNA. It is needed for regular functioning of all cells

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yes it is in the cytoplam

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Yes.

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