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ISBN: 9780136486787

Author: Urry

Publisher: SAVVAS L

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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).

Nucleic Acids

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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Chapter 5, Problem 5.2CR

Compare the composition, structure, and function of starch and cellulose. What role do starch and cellolose play in the human body?

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