Nucleic Acid Metabolism, Dr Winifred’s Slide Flashcards
1
Q
What is a nucleic acid?
A
These are macro bio molecules found in all living forms essential for the continuity of life.
2
Q
Nucleic acids are made up of?
A
They are made up of polynucleotides on which message for the creation of a new organism are encoded.
3
Q
All Nucleic acids undergo catabolism to produce what end product?
A
Uric acid
4
Q
Give a diagram of the breakdown of nucleic acid?
A
Nucleic acid-Nucleotide-Nucleoside- Bases-Uric acid
5
Q
What are the two major nucleic acids?
A
1) DNA
2) RNA
6
Q
What is the full meaning of RNA?
A
Ribonucleic acid
7
Q
What does DNA stand for?
A
Deoxyribonucleic acid
8
Q
What are the types of bonds present in a nucleic acid?
A
1) Glycosidic bonds
2) Ester bonds
