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A double stranded DNA molecule of total 5000 base pairs long, has a melting temperature of 85 °C. What will be the % AT base pairs in this sample? (up to one decimal place).
A double stranded DNA molecule of total 5000 base pairs long, has a melting temperature of 85 °C. What will be the % AT base pairs in this sample? (up to one decimal place).
Updated On: Oct 1, 2024
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Correct Answer: 61.6
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The Correct Answer is: 61.6 or 61.8 (approx)
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