Base pairs found in one turn of the DNA spiral are:

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Solution

The correct option is C
10

The correct option C:
Explanation of the correct option:
A base pair (bp) is a unit formed by joining two nucleotides with hydrogen bonds.
DNA is a polymer of nucleotides, and its one turn contains about 10 base pairs.
Final answer: The base pairs found in one turn of the DNA spiral are 10.

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