Botany-DNA Structure

NEET Botany DNA Structure MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12

Which of the following statements about DNA structure is correct?

A

DNA consists of a double-stranded polynucleotide chain with base pairs stacked over each other.

B

DNA is composed solely of single-stranded nucleotides that do not pair.

C

The distance between base pairs in DNA is approximately 1.0 nm.

D

DNA does not have a helical structure, as it is linear in form.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The correct statement is that DNA consists of a double-stranded polynucleotide chain with base pairs stacked over each other, as indicated in the NCERT context which describes the helical structure and stacking of base pairs.

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