Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
14th Edition
ISBN: 9781118345009
Author: Gerard J. Tortora
Publisher: WILEY
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It is an organic molecule made up of three basic components- a nitrogenous base, phosphate,and pentose sugar. The nucleotides are important for metabolic reactions andthe formation of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (ribonucleic acid).
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Nucleic acids are essential biomolecules present in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells and viruses. They carry the genetic information for the synthesis of proteins and cellular replication. The nucleic acids are of two types: deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) a…
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Distinguish among saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fats.

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