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How is RNA different from DNA in terms of structure and function?

Structurally, RNA is usually single-stranded and has ribose sugar, while DNA is double-stranded with deoxyribose sugar. RNA contains uracil instead of thymine, found in DNA. Functionally, RNA acts as a messenger and is involved in protein synthesis, among other roles, while DNA stores genetic information. 

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What is the role of the hydrophobic effect in protein folding?

The hydrophobic effect is the tendency of nonpolar amino acid residues to move away from water and cluster in the protein's core. This is a driving force in protein folding as it stabilises the protein's three-dimensional structure, contributing to its functionality. 

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