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Yes, DNA is necessary for all cells, because it holds the genetic information that the cell needs.

However, some viruses store their information in RNA. Viruses are not large and complicated enough to be classed as cells.

Some scientists believe that RNA was the first substance to store genetic information, and that DNA evolved later.

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When does the cell need to copy the DNA-?

DNA ultimately controls all the cell's functions, so it is necessary to have it in all your cells. Every time your cells divide so that you can grow or repair your body, the DNA needs to duplicate so that it can be in each of your cells.


Would you expect to find DNA in all cells and tissue?

Yes, all cells contain DNA because it is necessary for life. DNA codes the RNA which makes the proteins that determine essentially ever characteristic of an organism and the parts of the cell. Tissues are made of cells, so the individual cells contain DNA. Note: in prokaryotic cells, the DNA is not contained in the nucleus, but they DO have DNA, it just floats around freely in the cytoplasm.


Why is it necessary the cell copies its DNA?

cells must copy their DNA to replicate


At some time during their lives all cells must contain DNA.?

true


How do haploid cells differ from diploid cells?

Haploid cells only have half the necessary amount of DNA (sex cells). Diploid cells have a full set of DNA (body cells).


What is found in all cells?

Protoplast is found in all cells


Do plants cells contain DNA why or why not?

Yes, plant cells contain DNA. They contain it because DNA is necessary to the cells so that they can carry the instructions to carry out life functions and reproduce.Nucleus and chloroplasts


Is this statement true or false At some time during their lives all cells must contain DNA.?

True. All cells must contain DNA at some point in their lives, as DNA carries the genetic information necessary for cellular functions and replication. Even cells that do not have a nucleus, like prokaryotes, still contain DNA in the form of plasmids or a single circular chromosome. Additionally, during the cell cycle, all cells undergo processes that involve the presence of DNA for growth and division.


Which cells have DNA as their genetic material?

Haploid cells like sperm cells,ova,bacteria


Why is the nucleus necessary?

The nucleus is necessary because it is the control center of the cell. It contains the hereditary information (DNA) and because of that it controls the reproduction of the cell as well. Not all cells have a nucleus. Cells without a nucleus are called Prokaryotes and they are all unicellular. i hope this was helpful!


In what ways are cells similar?

All cells have DNA


Which of is found within all cells?

What name is given to the process by which an organisim develops from a single cell into many kinds of cells?