The positively charged Zn+2 ion in the zinc finger interacts directly with the negatively charged phosphate in DNA.

The positively charged Zn+2 ion in the zinc finger interacts directly with the negatively charged phosphate in DNA. Correct Answer False

The above statement is false. In zinc fingers, the elongated loop is held together at the base by a single Zn+2 ion. The Zn+2 ions do not itself interact with DNA.
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