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Practice question

Question

In B-DNA, the sugar adopts which conformation?

Options

Choose one · Correct answer highlighted

Explanation

C2'-endo is the scientifically accurate answer to this question. Within the study of DNA, this concept is well-established through extensive research and is documented in standard scientific literature. The specific properties, mechanisms, or characteristics of C2'-endo directly address what is being asked. Among the other options, C3'-endo, C5'-exo, and C3'-exo do not correctly answer this question because they either refer to different concepts, describe properties of other molecules or processes, or represent common misconceptions about this topic.