Which of the following statements about DNA is correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following statements about DNA is correct?
A. It is usually single-stranded.
B. It contains the sugar ribose.
C. It is located in the nucleus in eukaryotes.
D. Adenine pairs with guanine.
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
DNA is primarily located in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells. It contains deoxyribose (not ribose), is double-stranded, and adenine pairs with thymine. Thus, D is correct.

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