Synonyms for
Rna
Definition
RNA stands for ribonucleic acid, which is a molecule that plays an important role in the genetic code of living organisms.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Common collocations
- messenger RNA
- transfer RNA
- ribosomal RNA
- RNA molecule
- RNA sequence
- RNA synthesis
- RNA virus
- RNA polymerase
Word family
noun RNA
Usage note
RNA is an abbreviation for ribonucleic acid. It is primarily used in scientific and biological contexts.
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Example sentences
- Scientists are studying RNA to learn more about how cells work.
- The RNA in our cells helps to make proteins.
- RNA vaccines are a new type of vaccine that use RNA to help protect against diseases.
- RNA interference is a process that can silence genes to help treat diseases.
- RNA sequencing is a technique used to study the genetic code of organisms.
Quotes
"RNA is the dark horse of molecular biology." - Sidney Altman
"RNA is an intermediate between the DNA of genes and the proteins that are the building blocks of cells..." - Richard J. Roberts
"RNA catalysis is a process fundamental to life." - Thomas R. Cech