The Building Blocks of a Nucleotide Are ___________

question 9

Multiple Choice

The building blocks of a nucleotide are ___________.

• A)a pentose sugar and a phosphate group
• B)a pentose sugar and a nitrogenous base
• C)a phosphate group and a nitrogenous base
• D)a pentose sugar, a phosphate group and a nitrogenous base
• E)a pentose sugar, a phosphate group and an amino acid

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Definitions:

Attention

The cognitive process of selectively concentrating on one aspect of the environment while ignoring other things. It is crucial for various mental processes and activities.

Amplitude

The height of a wave from its midpoint to its peak or trough, indicating the strength or intensity of a wave.

Crest

The highest point of a hill or mountain range; also refers to the peak or summit.

Trough

A trough generally refers to a long, narrow container from which animals eat or drink, but in scientific contexts, it can also mean a low point or minimum phase in a cycle, such as in economics or meteorology.