Molecular Basis Of Inheritance Question 60

Question: Which one of the following ratio is constant in DNAs of different species [AIIMS 1986]

Options:

A) A + T / C + G

B) A + G / T + C

C) A + C / U + G

D) A + U / C + G

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Chargaff’s Rule states that DNA from any cell of all organisms should have a 1:1 ratio of pyrimidines and purines bases A=T and G=C. Hence answer is “A+T/C +G”