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Nucleic Acids 101: Unpacking the Building Blocks of Genetic Info
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QUESTION: What is the monomer of a nucleic acid macromolecule?
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The monomer of a nucleic acid macromolecule is called a nucleotide. Nucleotides are the building blocks of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (ribonucleic acid), the two main types of nucleic acids found in living organisms.
A nucleotide is composed of three main components:
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Nucleic Acids 101: Unpacking the Building Blocks of Genetic Info
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Nucleic acids, comprising DNA and RNA, are vital biomolecules encoding genetic information. We explore the structure and components of their monomers, nucleotides, emphasizing the role of nitrogenous bases and the significance of polynucleotide chains in storing genetic data.