I carry the instructions for life, found in every living cell. What am I?
Category: Science · Difficulty: medium
Hint: I am often described as a double helix.
Answer
DNA molecule
Explanation
DNA contains the genetic blueprint for life and is fundamental to all biological organisms.
This is a medium science riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is DNA molecule.
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