Assertion : In a $DNA$ molecule, $A-T$ rich parts melt before $G-C$ rich parts.

Reason : In between $A$ and $T$ there are three $H-$ bond, whereas in between $G$ and $C$ there are two $H-$ bonds.

  • [AIIMS 2010]
  • [AIIMS 2015]
  • A

    If both Assertion and Reason are correct and the Reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion.

  • B

    If both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion.

  • C

    If the Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect.

  • D

    If both the Assertion and Reason are incorrect.

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