Nucleotides Flashcards
1
Q
What 3 components are nucleotides made up from?
A
- Phosphate group
- Nitrogenous base
- Pentose sugar
2
Q
What is a purine?
A
A class of nitrogenous bases
Large base with a double carbon ring
3
Q
What is a pyrimidine?
A
A class of nitrogenous bases
Smaller base
Single carbon ring
4
Q
What are examples of purines and pyrimidines?
A
Purines: Adenine, Guanine
Pyrimidines: Thymine, Cytosine, Uracil
