Question

What is the term used to describe the twisted ladder shape of a DNA molecule

Answer 1

It’s called a Double Helix and it’s made up of three components: sugar, phosphate, and base

Answer 2

Answer: double helix

Explanation: The double helix of DNA is, like its name implies, in the shape of a helix which is essentially a three dimensional spiral. The double comes from the fact that the helix is made of two long strands of DNA that are intertwined—sort of like a twisted ladder.