Structure of DNA Flashcards
1
Q
What makes up DNA?
A
Small subunits called nucleotides
2
Q
What are the three parts to nucleotides?
A
Phosphate group, deoxyribose, and nitrogenous bases
3
Q
What is deoxyribose?
A
A simple sugar/carbohydrate
4
Q
What do phosphate groups and deoxyribose make up?
A
The backbone of the DNA
