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Strands of DNA are bonded by...

Strands of DNA are bonded by

A

Hydrogen

B

Carbon

C

Oxygen

D

Nitrogen

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The correct Answer is:
A
DNA consist of two strands that are wrapped around one another to form a double helical structure. This spatial arrangement is maintained by hydrogen bonding.
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