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MP Board · Class 12 · Biology · Molecular Basis of InheritanceHistones are rich in which of the following basic amino acids?

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Histones are proteins rich in the basic amino acids lysine and arginine, which carry positive charges to bind to negatively charged DNA.

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Option : Lysine and Arginine (Correct Answer)

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Option 1: Aspartic acid and Glutamic acid

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Option 2: Serine and Threonine

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Option 3: Glycine and Alanine

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