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The proteins associated with nucleic acids are
The proteins associated with nucleic acids are
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The correct option is C Histones
Nucleic acids are associated with proteins. The proteins are of two types: histones and nonhistones. The histones are basic proteins; rich in basic or positively charged amino acids. The positively charged amino acids attract negatively charged DNA and this electrostatic attraction helps in the packaging of DNA.So, the correct is option C.
Nucleic acids are associated with proteins. The proteins are of two types: histones and nonhistones. The histones are basic proteins; rich in basic or positively charged amino acids. The positively charged amino acids attract negatively charged DNA and this electrostatic attraction helps in the packaging of DNA.
So, the correct is option C.
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