Which type of bond is responsible for holding the "backbone" of DNA together? Why is this important? Select all the apply. PLEASE HELP!!

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Gopal Singh · Answer 1 · 2023-11-04T14:55:10+0000

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DNA is composed of two complementary strands oriented antiparallel to each other with the phosphodiester backbones on the exterior of the molecule. The nitrogenous bases of each strand face each other and complementary bases hydrogen bond to each other, stabilizing the double helix.

Which type of bond is responsible for holding the "backbone" of DNA together? Why is this important? Select all the apply. PLEASE HELP!!

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