Nucleic Acids Overview
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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?

  • Monomers (correct)
  • Dimers
  • Polymers
  • Copolymers
  • 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?

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    What type of biomolecule is formed when nucleotides link together?

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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.

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