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Molecular Basis of Evolution
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What is the primary molecule that carries genetic information in cells?
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DNA
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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the primary molecule that carries genetic information in cells. It is a double-stranded molecule composed of nucleotides, each consisting of a sugar molecule, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.