When Nucleotides Polymerize to Form a Nucleic Acid, ________

question 32

Multiple Choice

When nucleotides polymerize to form a nucleic acid, ________.

• A) a covalent bond forms between the sugar of one nucleotide and the phosphate of a second
• B) a hydrogen bond forms between the sugar of one nucleotide and the phosphate of a second
• C) covalent bonds form between the bases of two nucleotides
• D) hydrogen bonds form between the bases of two nucleotides

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