The two strands of DNA are held together by ________; thus ________.
A)covalent bonds; double-stranded DNA is very stable at a range of temperatures
B)ionic bonds; double-stranded DNA separates into two separate strands in water
C)hydrogen bonds; double-stranded DNA separates into two separate strands at high temperatures
D)antiparallel bonds; double-stranded DNA is amphipathic
E)hydrophobic interactions; double-stranded DNA separates into two separate strands when dissolved in a hydrocarbon (hydrophobic)solvent

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The two strands of DNA are held together by hydrogen bonds, which allow the double-stranded DNA to separate into two strands at high temperatures. This is a key feature of DNA's behavior during processes such as DNA replication and transcription.

The Two Strands of DNA Are Held Together by ________;