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Introduction to Life — Test

Question 20 • Biology

Which element is found in both DNA and protein?

Answer
A
nitrogen
B
chlorine
C
sulfur
D
sodium

Explanation

DNA contains nitrogen in its nitrogenous bases, and proteins contain nitrogen in their amino acids. Therefore, nitrogen is found in both DNA and protein. Chlorine and sodium are not standard components of either, and sulfur occurs in some proteins but not DNA.

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