[Campbell Biology P.363] According to the provided information, which scientists are credite... | Practice Question

According to the provided information, which scientists are credited with proposing the double-helical structure of deoxyribonucleic acid DNA , and what is the primary role of DNA as stated?

  • A: James Watson and Francis Crick; DNA contains all your genes—your genetic information.
  • B: Hershey and Chase; DNA is responsible for performing cellular functions.
  • C: Rosalind Franklin and Maurice Wilkins; DNA is primarily involved in building proteins.
  • D: Gregor Mendel; DNA regulates cell division.

Explanation

Figure 16.1 caption explicitly states that the double-helical structure of DNA was proposed in April 1953 by James Watson and Francis Crick. It also mentions that 'The DNA you inherited from your parents contains all your genes—your genetic information,' defining its primary role.