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RNA can exist in three distinct forms, all with a similar structure to that of the A form of DNA. The possible biological significance of these structures in protein synthesis and transcription mechanisms is discussed.
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ARNOTT, S., FULLER, W., HODGSON, A. et al. Molecular Conformations and Structure Transitions of RNA Complementary Helices and their Possible Biological Significance. Nature 220, 561–564 (1968). https://doi.org/10.1038/220561a0
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