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Histone proteins are rich in which type of amino acids?

  • A Acidic amino acids
  • B Basic amino acids
  • C Sulphur-containing amino acids
  • D Aromatic amino acids

Correct answer: B. Basic amino acids

Explanation: Histones are rich in basic amino acids like lysine and arginine, giving them a net positive charge that lets them bind the negatively charged DNA.

Concept context

DNA structure, replication, transcription, translation, the genetic code, and gene regulation (lac operon). The single most important chapter for NEET molecular biology.

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