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In a DNA percentage of thymine is 20% then
what is the percentage of guanine : -
- A40%
- B20%
- C30%
- D60%
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Correct answer: C
In a DNA, the percentage of thymine is 20%. So, as it pairs with adenine, it is also 20%. So the guanine and cytosine together forms 60% of DNA and hence, guanine is 30%.
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