A base pair is a fundamental unit of DNA structure. It consists of two complementary nitrogenous bases that form the “rungs” of the DNA double helix. In genetics, base pairs play a crucial role in storing, transferring, and replicating genetic information.
Types of Base Pairs
- Adenine (A) pairs with Thymine (T)
- Cytosine (C) pairs with Guanine (G)
These pairs are held together by hydrogen bonds and follow strict pairing rules known as complementary base pairing.
