Botany-DNA Structure

NEET Botany DNA Structure MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 12

What is found at the 3'-end of a polynucleotide chain?

A

Free OH group of 3' C

B

Phosphate moiety

C

Nitrogenous base

D

Deoxyribose sugar

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

At the 3'-end of a polynucleotide chain, there is a free OH group of the 3' C of the sugar, as stated in the NCERT context.

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