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The DNA acts as the genetic material because it acts as a code. The requirements for the complimentary base pairings ensures information doesn't accidentally change during the incredible number of cell divisions that happen each day.

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Q: How do the complementary base pairing requirements ensure DNA's ability to act as the genetic material?
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