All are true for linking number EXCEPT:
A) It is a basic parameter characterizing supercoiled DNA.
B) L = T + W.
C) It is the number of times that two strands are intertwined providing both strands remain covalently intact.
D) L = 40 in a relaxed circular DNA duplex of 400 bp.
E) All are true.

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As per the given data, L = 0 in a relaxed circular DNA duplex of 400 bp. Therefore, option D is false. All other options are true.

All Are True for Linking Number EXCEPT