In a Nucleotide, What Type of Functional Group Joins the Phosphate

question 91

Multiple Choice

In a nucleotide, what type of functional group joins the phosphate group to the sugar?

• A) a carboxylic acid
• B) a glycosidic bond
• C) a monophosphate ester
• D) an amide
• E) an ether

Differentiate between homologous and homoplastic (analogous) structures.

Understand the significance and application of genetic sequencing in taxonomy and systematics.

Understand the key concepts of taxonomy and systematics and their roles in biological classification.

Distinguish between different types of groups in taxonomy, such as monophyletic, paraphyletic, and polyphyletic groups.

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