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Cytosine-guanine interaction, artwork C017 / 7215
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Cytosine-guanine interaction, artwork C017 / 7215
Cytosine-guanine interaction. Computer artwork showing the structure of bound cytosine (left) and guanine molecules (right). Atoms are shown as colour-coded spheres: carbon (green), hydrogen (white), nitrogen (blue) and oxygen (red), with the bonds between them as rods. Cytosine and guanine are two of the bases found in DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (ribonucleic acid). The positioning of these bases along the RNA and DNA chains is known as the genetic code. Each genetic code is unique and gives organisms their individual characteristics. In DNA and RNA cytosine always pairs up with guanine
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This artwork, titled "Cytosine-guanine interaction" offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the intricate world of molecular biology. The print showcases the structure of bound cytosine and guanine molecules, two essential bases found in DNA and RNA. In this computer-generated illustration, atoms are represented by color-coded spheres: carbon in green, hydrogen in white, nitrogen in blue, and oxygen in red. The bonds between these atoms are depicted as connecting rods, emphasizing the chemical composition of the molecules. The genetic significance of cytosine and guanine cannot be overstated. Their specific positioning along the chains of RNA and DNA forms what is known as the genetic code. This unique code determines an organism's individual characteristics, making it crucial for life as we know it. The image provides a visual representation of how cytosine always pairs up with guanine within DNA and RNA structures. This pairing is vital for maintaining stability and ensuring accurate replication during cell division. Carlos Clarivan's artwork beautifully captures both the structural complexity and elegant simplicity inherent to biochemical interactions at a molecular level. It serves as a reminder that even on such minuscule scales, there exists an astounding beauty waiting to be explored by scientists and enthusiasts alike.
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