NEET Chemistry Nucleic Acids MCQ Question
What type of sugar is found in RNA?
2-deoxyribose
Ribose
Glucose
Fructose
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
RNA contains ribose as its pentose sugar, while DNA contains 2-deoxyribose.
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