Proteins and Nucleic Acids

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What are the components of a nucleotide?

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Nitrogen base, phosphate group, and sugar.

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Which of the following is NOT a function of PROTEINS?

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Stores genetic information.

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What are the monomers of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotide.

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DNA and RNA are examples of what?

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Nucleic acids.

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What sugar does DNA contain?

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Deoxyribose.

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What is the primary function of proteins in the body?

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To serve as structural building blocks, enzymes, and transport molecules.

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What are the two types of nucleic acids?

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DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (Ribonucleic acid).

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What is the role of RNA in protein synthesis?

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RNA acts as a messenger carrying instructions from DNA for controlling the synthesis of proteins.

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What is the difference between purines and pyrimidines?

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Purines are double-ringed nitrogenous bases (adenine and guanine), while pyrimidines are single-ringed (cytosine, thymine, and uracil).

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What is the structure of a protein?

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Proteins are made up of amino acids linked by peptide bonds, forming polypeptide chains that fold into specific shapes.