(a) 20%
(b) 40%
(c) 30%
(d) 60%
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In a DNA percentage of thymine is 20. What is the percentage of guanine?
In a DNA percentage of thymine is 20. What is the percentage of guanine?
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Correct Option (c) Reason : Total DNA [100] = A + T + C +G
A = 20% (given)
A = T (base pairing rule)
100 = 20 + 20 + C + G
C + G = 100 – 40 = 60
C = G = 30 (C = G)