Why is DNA called has genetic material

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Genetic material, also known as deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA), plays a fundamental role in the composition of living organisms. Learn more about the definition, structure, and function, then test your understanding with a quiz. Definition of Genetic Material
Ever wonder why your eyes are a certain color? Or, why you look like your mom or dad? Well, your genetic material known as deoxyribonucelic acid (DNA) is the reason. DNA is the hereditary material found in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells (animal and plant) and the cytoplasm of prokaryotic cells (bacteria) that determines the composition of the organism. DNA is found in the nucleus of every cell, and it is exactly the same in each cell. There is another type of genetic material found in cells and viruses known as ribonucleic acid (RNA).

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