Nucleotide Metabolism

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What are nucleotides composed of?

  • Nitrogenous base, deoxyribose, three phosphate groups
  • Nitrogenous base, pentose monosaccharide, phosphate group(s) (correct)
  • Nitrogenous base, ribose, two phosphate groups
  • Nitrogenous base, hexose monosaccharide, phosphate group(s)

What is the function of nucleotides as second messengers?

  • Protein synthesis
  • Cell proliferation
  • Energy production
  • Signal transduction pathways (correct)

What is produced when a pentose sugar is added to a base?

  • Glycoprotein
  • Nucleotide
  • Polysaccharide
  • Nucleoside (correct)

How can purine and pyrimidine bases be obtained?

<p>De novo synthesis or salvage pathways (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of nucleotides as 'energy currency' in a cell?

<p>Important for cellular energy transfer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the essential functions of nucleotides in cells?

<p>Nucleotides are essential for the production of RNA and DNA, synthesis of proteins, proliferation of cells, and as carriers of activated intermediates in the synthesis of carbohydrates, lipids, and conjugated proteins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do nucleotides function as second messengers in signal transduction pathways?

<p>Nucleotides such as cAMP &amp; cGMP serve as second messengers in signal transduction pathways.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the structural components of several essential coenzymes derived from nucleotides?

<p>Nucleotides serve as structural components of essential coenzymes such as coenzyme A, FAD, NAD+, and NADP+.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key roles of nucleotides as 'energy currency' in a cell?

<p>Nucleotides play an important role as 'energy currency' in a cell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are nucleotides composed of?

<p>Nucleotides are composed of a nitrogenous base (purines and pyrimidines), a pentose monosaccharide (ribose or deoxyribose), and one, two, or three phosphate groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Nucleotide Composition

  • Nucleotides are composed of three components: a pentose sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

Nucleotides as Second Messengers

  • Nucleotides function as second messengers in signal transduction pathways, transmitting signals within cells.
  • As second messengers, nucleotides allow for the regulation of various cellular processes.

Formation of Nucleotides

  • When a pentose sugar is added to a base, a nucleoside is produced.
  • The addition of a phosphate group to a nucleoside forms a nucleotide.

Obtaining Purine and Pyrimidine Bases

  • Purine and pyrimidine bases can be obtained through the breakdown of nucleotides.

Nucleotides as 'Energy Currency'

  • Nucleotides, such as ATP, serve as the 'energy currency' of a cell, providing energy for various cellular processes.
  • Nucleotides play a key role in energy transfer and storage within cells.

Essential Functions of Nucleotides

  • Nucleotides are essential for the synthesis of DNA and RNA.
  • Nucleotides are involved in signal transduction pathways, allowing for the regulation of cellular processes.

Structural Components of Coenzymes

  • Nucleotides are structural components of several essential coenzymes, such as NAD+, FAD, and CoA.
  • These coenzymes play critical roles in various cellular processes, including energy metabolism and electron transport.

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