Question

question 3 of 10
which two issues would be most likely to occur if dna were not stored in chromosomes?

a. dna molecules would be too small and would pass out of the cell.

b. nitrogenous bases would not stay in a specific order.

c. dna molecules would get damaged or broken.

d. important genetic information would be difficult to copy.

Explanation:

• Option A: DNA molecules are large; not being in chromosomes doesn't make them too small to stay in the cell. Eliminate A.
• Option B: The order of nitrogenous bases is determined by genetic coding, not chromosome storage. Eliminate B.
• Option C: Chromosomes protect DNA. Without this structure, DNA is exposed to damage. This is valid.
• Option D: Chromosomes organize DNA, aiding replication. Without them, copying genetic info would be hard. This is valid.

Answer:

C. DNA molecules would get damaged or broken.
D. Important genetic information would be difficult to copy.