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Multiple Choice
If the sequence of the 5'-3' strand is AATGCTAC, the complementary sequence has the following sequence:
A
3'-AATGCTAC-5.
B
3'-CATCGTAA-5'.
C
3'-TTACGATG-5'.
D
3'-GTAGCATT-5'.
Verified step by step guidance
1
Identify the given DNA sequence: 5'-AATGCTAC-3'.
Understand that DNA strands are complementary and antiparallel, meaning the bases pair with their complements (A with T, and G with C) and the strands run in opposite directions.
Write the complementary bases for each nucleotide in the given sequence: A pairs with T, T pairs with A, G pairs with C, and C pairs with G.
Construct the complementary sequence by writing the complementary bases in the reverse order to maintain the antiparallel orientation: 3'-TTACGATG-5'.
Verify the sequence by checking each base pair to ensure correct complementary pairing and orientation.