The base that pairs with adenine in RNA is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The base that pairs with adenine in RNA is:
A. Cytosine
B. Thymine
C. Guanine
D. Uracil
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
In RNA, uracil replaces thymine and pairs with adenine (A-U). In DNA, adenine pairs with thymine. Guanine always pairs with cytosine.

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