Criteria for Genetic Material — NEET Biology
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A molecule that can act as a genetic material must fulfill the following criteria:
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Consider the following criteria for a molecule to qualify as genetic material: 1. It should be able to generate its replica . 2. It should be stable chemically and structurally. 3. It should be degraded quickly after every cell division to avoid accumulation. 4. It should provide the scope for slow changes that are required for evolution. 5. It should be able to express itself in the form of ‘Mendelian Characters’.
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