Why do histones bind tightly to DNA?
A)Histones are positively charged,and DNA is negatively charged.
B)Histones are negatively charged,and DNA is positively charged.
C)Both histones and DNA are strongly hydrophobic.
D)Histones are covalently linked to the DNA.

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Histones are positively charged proteins, while DNA is negatively charged due to the phosphate groups in its backbone. This opposite charge attraction allows for the histones to tightly bind to the DNA, forming nucleosomes that help to compact the DNA within the nucleus.

Why Do Histones Bind Tightly to DNA