Which of the following statements is not TRUE with respect to the structure of DNA? Select one: a. The two strands that form DNA are complementary and antiparallel to each other b. All options are true with respect to the structure of DNA c. The backbone of DNA is formed by phosphodiester links that binds the 5' end of one nucleotide to the 3' of the next one. d. The alpha helix is the consequence of hydrogen bonds in between the oxygen of one nucleotide and the amine group of a different nucleotide e. The DNA double helix has a constant diameter because each pyrimidine binds complementary to a purine
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The two strands that form DNA are complementary and antiparallel to each other - This statement is true. b. The backbone of DNA is formed by phosphodiester links that bind the 5' end of one nucleotide to the 3' of the next one - This statement is also true. c. Show more…
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