Dna
Submitted by ALEX001 on April 5, 2011
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Dna
Crick & Watson
In 1953, Dr. Francis Crick and James Watson discovered the structure of the DNA molecule. This is the molecule which we now know stores the genetic information for all life. Many scientists have claimed the discovery to be the single most important development in biology during the 20th century. Watson and Crick's investigation into the nature of the genetic code and the passing of information from generation to generation has redefined the study of genetics. Also, it has basically created the science of molecular biology.
For their outstanding work, James Watson and Dr. Francis Crick were awarded the 1962 Nobel Prize. The two scientists discovered that they...
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