The Two Chains of Nucleotides in a DNA Molecule Are

question 22

Multiple Choice

The two chains of nucleotides in a DNA molecule are held together by:

• A)covalent bonds.
• B)ionic bonds.
• C)hydrogen bonds.
• D)peptide bonds.
• E)hydrophobic interactions.

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Definitions:

Menstruation

The monthly shedding of the uterine lining in non-pregnant women, typically accompanied by bleeding, marking the start of the menstrual cycle.

Refractory Period

A period immediately following a stimulus during which a nerve or muscle is unresponsive to further stimulation.

Orgasm

A peak of sexual pleasure characterized by intense sensations and involuntary muscle contractions, often accompanied by the release of sexual tension.

FSH

Follicle Stimulating Hormone, a gonadotropin involved in the regulation of reproductive processes, including the maturation of ovarian follicles in females and spermatogenesis in males.