Resonance of DNA O-H and N-H bonds?

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The discussion centers on the possibility of inducing hydrogen bond breakage between DNA base pairs through resonance. Participants confirm that vibrational motion of atoms can indeed lead to the breaking of chemical bonds, as this motion contributes significantly to thermal energy. The concept of resonance is clarified as the back-and-forth vibrational motion of atoms, which can affect bond stability. Overall, the discussion establishes that bond breakage via vibrational resonance is feasible in molecular structures.

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Hi, I'm trying to figure out if it is possible to induce (hydrogen) bond breakage between DNA base pairs by resonance. Does anyone know if this is possible or even aware of bond breakage in other molecules by similar methods? Thanks!
 
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What do you mean by 'resonance'?

Through the back-and-forth vibrational motion of atoms? Yes, you can break all chemical bonds that way. It's because the vibrational motion of atoms in molecules is a substantial part of what we call 'heat'.
 

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