RNA strands' combination increases stability in primordial soup

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A team at the Technical University of Munich has identified a mechanism that may have stabilized the first RNA molecules in the primordial soup. By combining short RNA strands, they found that double-stranded RNA significantly increased stability and lifespan, lasting several hours compared to minutes for single strands. This research could enhance understanding of life's origins and RNA's role in biochemical processes.


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