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Reggie I Serna
on Dec 06, 2024Verified
Which building block is least related to the other four?
A) amino acids
B) nucleotides
C) five-carbon sugars
D) phosphate groups
E) nitrogenous bases
Nucleotides
The basic building blocks of nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), consisting of a sugar, a phosphate, and a nitrogenous base.
Amino Acids
The organic compounds that combine to form proteins, which are essential for the structure, function, and regulation of the body's tissues and organs.
Phosphate Groups
Phosphate groups consist of a phosphorus atom bonded to four oxygen atoms and are critical components of many biological molecules, including DNA, RNA, and ATP.
- Determine the constituents and configuration of nucleic acids.
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Learning Objectives
- Determine the constituents and configuration of nucleic acids.