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The anti-parallel nature of DNA refers to

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Its charged phosphate groups

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The formation of hydrogen bonds between bases from opposite strands

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The opposite direction of the two strands

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The pairing of bases on one strand with bases on the other strand

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Solution

The correct option is D The opposite direction of the two strands
Anti parallel strands of DNA run from 5' ---> 3' and 3' --->5'. They run antiparallel to each other but with opposite elements. They are complementary to each other. 5' phosphoryl and 3' hydroxyl ends exist in DNA.

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