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Which part of a nucleotide contains the information for genetic coding?
Which part of a nucleotide contains the information for genetic coding?
- Phosphate group
- Pentose sugar
- Nitrogenous base (correct)
- Hydroxyl group
What is the classification of nucleotides in relation to nucleic acids?
What is the classification of nucleotides in relation to nucleic acids?
- Monomers (correct)
- Dimers
- Polymers
- Copolymers
What distinguishes DNA from RNA in terms of their structure?
What distinguishes DNA from RNA in terms of their structure?
- Number of phosphate groups
- Type of nitrogenous bases (correct)
- Shape of the sugar
- Presence of a 6-carbon sugar
In what order are the components of a nucleotide typically arranged?
In what order are the components of a nucleotide typically arranged?
What type of biomolecule is formed when nucleotides link together?
What type of biomolecule is formed when nucleotides link together?
Flashcards
Nucleic Acids
Nucleic Acids
Large biomolecules found in the nucleus of cells, composed of repeating units called nucleotides.
Nucleotide
Nucleotide
The building block of nucleic acids, composed of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.
DNA
DNA
A type of nucleic acid that carries genetic information. It has a double-helix structure with two strands linked by base pairs.
RNA
RNA
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Monomer
Monomer
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Study Notes
Nucleic Acids
- Nucleic acids are biological molecules found in the nucleus
- They are polymers made of repeating units called nucleotides
- Nucleotides consist of three parts:
- Pentose sugar (a 5-carbon sugar)
- Phosphate group
- Nitrogenous base
Types of Nucleic Acids
- DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)
- RNA (ribonucleic acid)
Monomers and Polymers
- Monomers are the repeating units that make up polymers
- In nucleic acids, nucleotides are the monomers, and polynucleotides are the polymers.
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This quiz covers the essential concepts of nucleic acids, including their structure and types. You'll learn about nucleotides, which are the building blocks of DNA and RNA, and understand the distinction between monomers and polymers. Test your knowledge on these fundamental biological molecules found in the nucleus.
