The intricate structure of a DNA molecule involves two strands of DNA running parallel to one another in the same direction

A) True
B) False


B) False
Feedback: The two DNA strands run in opposite directions, antiparallel

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You classify the new organism as a(n) A) basidiomycota. B) ascomycota. C) mushroom. D) rumen fungus.

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During meiosis II, _____.

A) the sister chromatids separate from one another B) homologous chromosomes separate from one another C) each duplicated chromosome lines up with its partner D) crossing over occurs E) all of the choices are events seen in meiosis II

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