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Which RNA molecule helps in the synthesis of proteins from amino acids?
Which RNA molecule helps in the synthesis of proteins from amino acids?
- snRNA
- tRNA (correct)
- mRNA
- rRNA
What is the function of ribosomal RNA?
What is the function of ribosomal RNA?
- It participates in protein synthesis (correct)
- It degrades enzymes
- It forms the nucleus
- It forms the cytoplasm
What are the building blocks of nucleic acids called?
What are the building blocks of nucleic acids called?
- Nucleotides (correct)
- Fatty acids
- Monosaccharides
- Amino acids
Which nitrogen base is unique to DNA?
Which nitrogen base is unique to DNA?
What is the purpose of nucleic acids?
What is the purpose of nucleic acids?
Which nitrogen bases are classified under pyrimidines?
Which nitrogen bases are classified under pyrimidines?
Which type of bond is formed between the first carbon of the pentose sugar and the 9th nitrogen atom of a nitrogenous base?
Which type of bond is formed between the first carbon of the pentose sugar and the 9th nitrogen atom of a nitrogenous base?
What determines the pairings of purines and pyrimidines in DNA strands?
What determines the pairings of purines and pyrimidines in DNA strands?
What is the function of ATP in living cells?
What is the function of ATP in living cells?
When was DNA first isolated by Friedrich Miescher?
When was DNA first isolated by Friedrich Miescher?
Which macromolecule is responsible for storing and expressing genetic information in cells and viruses?
Which macromolecule is responsible for storing and expressing genetic information in cells and viruses?
What are the two forms of nucleic acids found in nature?
What are the two forms of nucleic acids found in nature?
What are the three components of a nucleotide?
What are the three components of a nucleotide?
Which pentose molecule is found in DNA?
Which pentose molecule is found in DNA?
What is the function of the nitrogen base in a nucleotide?
What is the function of the nitrogen base in a nucleotide?
