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In a segment of DNA with 10 base pairs, the numbers of sugar molecules are _________. -

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In a segment of DNA with 10 base pairs, the numbers of sugar molecules are _________.

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  • 10

  • 30

  • 20

  • 40

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Solution

In a segment of DNA with 10 base pairs, the numbers of sugar molecules are 20.

Explanation:

DNA has a sugar phosphate backbone and is double stranded. If DNA comprises 10 base pairs or 20 nucleotides, there are 20 sugar molecules.

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