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Why do A and T (and G and C) pair in a DNA double helix?

Covalent bonds form between them.

Van der Waals forces are thus maximized.

Ionic interactions are thus maximized.

Hydrogen bonds form between them.

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I just took a quiz on this! It's D!
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