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title: DNA Molecular Model
author: Griffin & George
source: https://www.worldhistory.org/image/21346/dna-molecular-model/
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license: Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/)
updated: 2025-12-01
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# DNA Molecular Model
_Authored by Griffin & George_
## Image File
[](https://www.worldhistory.org/uploads/images/21346.jpg)
## Image Caption
DNA molecular model, kit made by Griffin & George, 1986.
DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid, is a molecule that carries the genetic instructions for all humans. The structure is a double helix, two long strands twisted like a ladder. The structure was discovered in 1953 by James Watson (1928-2025) and Francis Crick (1916-2004).
[Science](https://www.worldhistory.org/science/) Museum, London.
## Cite This Work
### APA
George, G. &. (2025, December 01). DNA Molecular Model. *World History Encyclopedia*.
### Chicago
George, Griffin &. "DNA Molecular Model." *World History Encyclopedia*, December 01, 2025. .
### MLA
George, Griffin &. "DNA Molecular Model." *World History Encyclopedia*, 01 Dec 2025, .
## License & Copyright
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