Which of the Following Facts Did Hershey and Chase (1952)

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following facts did Hershey and Chase (1952) make use of in trying to determine whether DNA or protein is the genetic material?

• A) DNA contains sulphur, whereas protein does not.
• B) DNA contains phosphorus, whereas protein does not.
• C) DNA contains nitrogen, whereas protein does not.
• D) DNA contains purines, whereas protein includes pyrimidines.

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