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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Definitions:

Absorption Costing

A bookkeeping strategy that encompasses all production expenses, including direct materials, direct labor, and variable plus fixed overhead, into the pricing of a product.

Variable Costing

An accounting method that only includes variable production costs (direct materials, direct labor, and variable manufacturing overhead) in product costs and treats fixed overhead expenses as period costs.

Variable Costing Income

An accounting method that considers only variable costs—costs that vary with production—when determining cost of goods sold and, ultimately, income.

Fixed Overhead Cost

Indirect fixed costs associated with the production process, such as rent and insurance, that do not vary with the level of output.