Why does $RNA$ not act as a genetic material?

  • A
    The presence of a $2'-OH$ group on every nucleotide of $RNA$ makes it unstable and prone to degradation.
  • B
    Since $RNA$ can act as a catalyst (ribozyme),it is more reactive and structurally unstable.
  • C
    The presence of uracil instead of thymine in $RNA$ makes it less stable.
  • D
    All of the above.

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