Chapter 16, Problem 29E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether each cell can make every protein specified by the DNA in its nucleus, is to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

 Nucleic acids are long, chain-like molecules consisting of repeating units called nucleotides. Each nucleotide has three components: a phosphate group, a sugar group and a base.

 The nucleic acids are classified into two forms which are deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA).

 DNA contains the genetic material of living organisms, it is stored in the nucleus. Proteins are synthesized from the amino acids in the ribosomes.