Cellular DNA serves as the information source for making proteins in the cell. Genes, which are sections of DNA, provide information for the synthesis of specific proteins.
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Cellular DNA serves as the information source for making proteins in the cell. Genes, which are sections of DNA, provide information for the synthesis of specific proteins.
The cellular DNA serves as the fundamental mechanism of heredity, containing the genetic information passed from one generation to the next. DNA encodes genes, which are the instructions for building and maintaining an organism. During reproduction, specifically through processes like mitosis and meiosis, DNA is faithfully replicated and passed on to daughter cells or offspring. Genetic information encoded in DNA determines an organism’s traits, influencing its development, growth, and functioning. Variations in DNA sequences contribute to genetic diversity within populations, driving evolution. The mechanism of heredity relies on the faithful transmission and accurate replication of genetic information stored in DNA.