Banner 0
Banner 1
Banner 2
Banner 3
Banner 4
Banner 5

Q.

If A and C make 30% and 20% of DNA, respectively, what will be the percentage composition of T and G?

see full answer

Talk to JEE/NEET 2025 Toppers - Learn What Actually Works!

Real Strategies. Real People. Real Success Stories - Just 1 call away
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

T : 30%, G : 20%  

b

T : 30%, G : 30%  

c

T : 20%, G : 20%  

d

T : 20%, G : 30%  

answer is B.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

detailed_solution_thumbnail

A and C make up 30% and 20% of DNA, respectively.


Since DNA is a double-stranded molecule, A always pairs with T (adenine with thymine) and C always pairs with G (cytosine with guanine). Therefore, the percentage composition of T and G will also be 30% and 20%, respectively. 

Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity

Best Courses for You

JEE

JEE

NEET

NEET

Foundation JEE

Foundation JEE

Foundation NEET

Foundation NEET

CBSE

CBSE

score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon