The molecule DNA is important to biological systems because a. $\quad$ it can be replicated. b. it encodes the information for making a new individual. c. it forms a complex, double-helical structure. d. $\quad$ nucleotides form genes.
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DNA replication is important because it allows cells to divide and produce new cells with the same genetic information. So, this is a valid reason. b. DNA encodes the information for making a new individual, which is essential for reproduction and the Show more…
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