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Which of the following structures contributes to DNA's ability to function as a template for the production of new DNA or mRNA molecules?

a. Location of covalent bonds between the nitrogenous base
b. Orientation of deoxyribose sugar next to phosphate groups
c. Complementary base pairing between nitrogenous bases (A, T, C, G)
d. Presence of phosphate groups in the backbone of the molecule

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Answer:

c. Complementary base pairing between nitrogenous bases (A, T, C, G)

Step-by-step explanation:

The sequence of nucleotide help to copy it and form a new DNA or mRNA.

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