Why Do Histones Bind Tightly to DNA

question 29

Multiple Choice

Why do histones bind tightly to DNA?

• A) Histones are positively charged, and DNA is negatively charged.
• B) Histones are negatively charged, and DNA is positively charged.
• C) Both histones and DNA are strongly hydrophobic.
• D) Histones are covalently linked to the DNA.
• E) Histones are highly hydrophobic, and DNA is hydrophilic.

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