Meaning Of The Word Double helix

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What's The Definition Of Double helix?

double helix in American English
the characteristic helical structure of the two complementary chains of nucleotides in DNA: the chains are linked by hydrogen bonds and coil around a single axis
noun: the spiral arrangement of the two complementary strands of DNA

double helix in British English
noun: the form of the molecular structure of DNA, consisting of two helical polynucleotide chains linked by hydrogen bonds and coiled around the same axis

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