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Explore the fundamental concepts of molecular biology in this comprehensive video lecture on DNA and RNA. Delve into the structure and function of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA), including messenger RNA (mRNA). Examine the genetic code, Watson-Crick model, and anti-parallel nature of DNA strands. Learn about the components of nucleic acids, including ribose sugars, nitrogenous bases (purines like adenine and guanine, and pyrimidines like cytosine and thymine), and phosphate groups. Gain insights into the fields of genetics and biochemistry as they relate to DNA and RNA structure and function.