Which base pairs with adenine?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking which base pairs with adenine in the context of DNA structure. Adenine pairs with thymine (T) through hydrogen bonds in DNA.
Answer
Thymine in DNA and uracil in RNA
In DNA, adenine pairs with thymine, and in RNA, adenine pairs with uracil.
Answer for screen readers
In DNA, adenine pairs with thymine, and in RNA, adenine pairs with uracil.
More Information
In DNA, the base pairing is specific: adenine pairs with thymine (A-T) through two hydrogen bonds, whereas in RNA, adenine pairs with uracil (A-U). This complementary base pairing is crucial for the structure and function of nucleic acids.
Tips
A common mistake is to confuse the base pairing in DNA with that in RNA. Remember, thymine is found in DNA, while uracil is used in RNA.
Sources
- Base Pair - National Human Genome Research Institute - genome.gov
- Which of these RNA bases pairs with Adenine? - Answers - answers.com
- Definition of base pair - NCI Dictionary of Genetics Terms - cancer.gov
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