Essential Cell Biology, 4th Edition

Published by Garland Science
ISBN 10: 0815344546
ISBN 13: 978-0-81534-454-4

Chapter 5 - DNA and Chromosomes - Questions - Page 193: Question 5-5 B

Answer

37% other nucleotides.

Work Step by Step

There are 4 nucleotides in DNA. Since A and T are present in same proportions. So there is 13% thymidine, which means there will be 74% G and C. G and C are also present in equal proportions, so 74/2 = 37% other nucleotides.
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