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DNA double helix is stabilized by:

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About This Question

Subject
chemistry
Chapter
biomolecules
Topic
dna structure
Difficulty
Easy
Year
2025
Tags
DNAHydrogen BondsBase Pairing

Solution

Correct Answer:

Hydrogen bonds between complementary bases

According to the Watson-Crick Model of DNA:

  • The two strands are held together by Hydrogen Bonds between complementary nitrogenous bases.
  • Adenine (A) pairs with Thymine (T) via 2 H-bonds.
  • Guanine (G) pairs with Cytosine (C) via 3 H-bonds.
  • Hydrophobic interactions and van der Waals forces between base stacks also contribute to the stability of the double helix.

This easy difficulty chemistry question is from the chapter biomolecules, covering the topic of dna structure. It appeared in the 2025 exam.

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