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What is the complementary base to cytosine in DNA?

Understand the Problem

The question is asking for the complementary base that pairs with cytosine in DNA. In DNA, bases pair in specific ways known as base pairing rules. Cytosine pairs with guanine.

Answer

guanine

The final answer is guanine

Answer for screen readers

The final answer is guanine

More Information

In DNA, guanine always pairs with cytosine (G-C) via three hydrogen bonds. This specific pairing helps maintain the structure and stability of the DNA double helix.

Tips

A common mistake is to confuse adenine's pair (thymine) with cytosine's pair. Remembering the pairs as A-T and C-G can help avoid this error.

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