What Is the "Double Helix" When Referring to the Structure

question 71

Multiple Choice

What is the "double helix" when referring to the structure of DNA?

• A) two strands of linked nucleotides that are twisted around each other
• B) two strands of linked nucleotides that fold back and forth like an accordion
• C) four strands of linked nucleotides that are bound by phosphate groups
• D) four strands of linked nucleotides that are bound by sugar groups
• E) two chromosomes that are twisted around each other

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Definitions:

Type 2 Diabetes

A chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar (glucose), characterized by insulin resistance.

Hyperglycemia

A condition characterized by an excessive amount of glucose in the bloodstream, often associated with diabetes mellitus.

Phospholipase C

An enzyme that plays a key role in cell signaling processes by hydrolyzing phospholipids to produce inositol triphosphate (IP3) and diacylglycerol (DAG), important secondary messengers.

Protein Kinase C

an enzyme that modifies other proteins by chemically adding phosphate groups to them, important in various cellular processes.