The reason for double helical structure of DNA is the operation of :

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The reason for double helical structure of DNA is the operation of : (A) Electrostatic attractions (B) van der Waals forces (C) Dipole - Dipole interactions (D) Hydrogen bonding

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The two polynucleotide chains of DNA molecules are twisted around a common axis but run in opposite directions to form a right handed helix. The two chains are joined together by specific hydrogen bonds.

Q. The reason for double helical structure of DNA is the operation of :

Electrostatic attractions

van der Waals forces

Dipole - Dipole interactions

Hydrogen bonding

The two polynucleotide chains of DNA molecules are twisted around a common axis but run in opposite directions to form a right handed helix. The two chains are joined together by specific hydrogen bonds.