The DNA Molecule Contains Complementary Nitrogen Bases

question 76

Multiple Choice

The DNA molecule contains complementary nitrogen bases. There are four bases, but they pair as A-T and G-C with no cross pairing. How is this accomplished?

• A)A and G are polar leaning heavily to the positive. T and C are negative. A-G and T-C repel each other and cannot pair.
• B)A and G do not have their polar sites in the appropriate location to pair, and the same is true of T and C.
• C)A and T have two matching but opposite polar sites. G and C have 3 polar sites. The two poles will not attract and maintain attraction for three poles.
• D)There is more than one correct response.

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