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No. 6,298 in German

doppelhelix

"Doppelhelix" is the German word for "double helix," referring to the spiral structure formed by two intertwined strands, commonly used to describe the shape of DNA.

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  • Die DNA ist eine Struktur, die als Doppelhelix bezeichnet wird.

    DNA is a structure referred to as a double helix.

    The word 'Doppelhelix' is used to describe the shape of the DNA molecule.

  • In der Biologie lernen wir viel über die Rolle der Doppelhelix in der Genetik.

    In biology, we learn a lot about the role of the double helix in genetics.

    The word 'Doppelhelix' here pertains to its contextual use in discussing genetics.

  • Die Entdeckung der Doppelhelix war ein Meilenstein der Wissenschaft.

    The discovery of the double helix was a milestone in science.

    The word 'Doppelhelix' is employed in a historical context to highlight its scientific significance.

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