Proteins that recognize DNA with specific base sequences are
A) more likely to bind to the major groove.
B) more likely to bind to the minor groove.
C) equally likely to bind to the major or minor grooves.
D) never occur.

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Proteins that recognize specific DNA sequences generally bind to the major groove because it provides more accessible and distinct patterns of hydrogen bond donors and acceptors for specific base recognition compared to the minor groove.

Proteins That Recognize DNA with Specific Base Sequences Are