Why Is DNA Called a "Double Helix

question 101

Multiple Choice

Why is DNA called a "double helix"?

• A) It has two strands of nucleotides twisted around each other.
• B) It has two strands of nucleotides,folded back and forth like an accordion.
• C) It has helical bases,arranged together in complementary pairs.
• D) It has four strands of nucleotides bound together with sugars.
• E) It has two chromosomes,linked and twisted together.

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