AIPMT PRELIMS2012Botany-Biomolecules
AIPMT PRELIMS 2012 Botany Nucleic Acids MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 12
Given below is the diagrammatic representation of one of the categories of small molecular weight organic compounds in the living tissues. Identify the category shown and the one blank component “X” in it.

A
Nucleoside
B
Cholesterol
C
Amino acid
D
Nucleotide
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The diagram represents a nucleoside, which consists of a sugar and a base. The blank component 'X' is a base.
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