throllen Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 my prof in genetic class gave everyone this take home question for us to think about: What would happen to the supercoiling of the DNA if the C2 and C3 carbon bond at the sugar backbone is cut? Shouldn't it disrupt the supercoiling in a way that all the base will not stack anymore? This one is a toughie... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDNA Posted February 22, 2008 Share Posted February 22, 2008 You are on the right track. What would happen if you replaced some of the material that connects the rungs of a ladder with flexible material...or replaced some of the material between the steps of a spiral staircase with rubber? Mama mia that's a some a fine spaghetti......... PS: You should probably put this in HW help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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