Which of the following is NOT a nitrogenous base found in DNA? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is NOT a nitrogenous base found in DNA?
A. Uracil
B. Adenine
C. Guanine
D. Thymine
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
DNA contains adenine, guanine, cytosine, and thymine. RNA contains uracil instead of thymine. This is one of the key differences between DNA and RNA. Uracil pairs with adenine in RNA. The base pairing in DNA is A-T and G-C. In RNA, it is A-U and G-C. Uracil lacks the methyl group present in thymine.

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