Question

In 2014, scientists added a new synthetic base pair to DNA. What was it called?

• A. X-Y
• B. P-Q
• C. A*-T*
• D. G*-C*

Hint:

Remember X-Y as the unique synthetic base pair added to the natural DNA bases in 2014.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

In 2014, the introduction of synthetic nucleotides X and Y expanded the DNA genetic alphabet. This allows for artificial base pair incorporation into DNA strands, furthering synthetic biology applications.