The feature(s) of DNA deduced by Watson and Crick include:
A) two antiparallel polynucleotide chains coiled in a helix around a common axis.
B) that the pyrimidine and purine bases lie on the inside of the helix.
C) that the bases are nearly perpendicular to the axis.
D) All of the above.
E) None of the above.

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Watson and Crick deduced that DNA has two antiparallel polynucleotide chains coiled in a helix around a common axis, the bases are nearly perpendicular to the axis, and the pyrimidine and purine bases lie on the inside of the helix. Therefore, all of the above choices are correct.

The Feature(s) of DNA Deduced by Watson and Crick Include