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Which of the following is NOT a component of a nucleotide?
Where can nucleotides be obtained from?
Which biomolecules are nucleotides the monomeric units of?
How many subunit molecules make up a nucleotide?
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Which nucleobase is used in RNA instead of thymine?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of ribose sugar in RNA?
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What is the difference between ribose sugar in RNA and deoxyribose sugar in DNA?
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What is the structure of a purine?
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What is the function of purines and pyrimidines?
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Study Notes
Nucleotide Components
- Nucleotides consist of three main components: a nitrogenous base, a five-carbon sugar, and one or more phosphate groups.
- Common components that are not part of a nucleotide could include fatty acids or amino acids.
Nucleotide Sources
- Nucleotides can be obtained from dietary sources, particularly from the breakdown of nucleic acids in food.
- They are also synthesized in the body through metabolic pathways.
Nucleotide Monomeric Units
- Nucleotides serve as the monomeric units for nucleic acids, specifically RNA and DNA.
- Essential for the structure and function of these biomolecules.
Nucleotide Subunits
- A nucleotide is made up of three subunit molecules: a nitrogenous base, a sugar molecule, and phosphate group(s).
RNA and Thymine
- In RNA, uracil replaces thymine, distinguishing RNA from DNA.
Ribose Sugar in RNA
- Ribose sugar in RNA has a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to the second carbon, making it more reactive compared to deoxyribose.
Ribose vs. Deoxyribose
- The key difference between ribose (in RNA) and deoxyribose (in DNA) is the absence of an oxygen atom at the second carbon of deoxyribose.
Purine Structure
- Purines are characterized by a double-ring structure consisting of a six-membered and a five-membered nitrogen-containing ring.
Function of Purines and Pyrimidines
- Purines (adenine and guanine) and pyrimidines (cytosine, thymine, and uracil) are crucial for encoding genetic information and are involved in energy transfer, e.g., ATP.
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Test your knowledge on nucleotides and their role in DNA and RNA! This quiz will cover the structure of nucleotides, their components, and their importance in the biological processes of all living organisms.
