Zoology-Nucleic Acids
NEET Zoology Nucleic Acids MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 11
If the total cellular mass of a cell is 100 grams, what is the maximum possible weight of nucleic acids in this cell?
A
7 grams
B
5 grams
C
10 grams
D
15 grams
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, nucleic acids make up 5-7% of the total cellular mass. Therefore, the maximum possible weight of nucleic acids in a 100-gram cell is 7 grams.
Found an issue with this question?
Related Questions
More from Nucleic Acids
Assertion (A): DNA contains the base thymine, while RNA contains the base uracil. | Reason (R): Thymine and uracil are structurally identical, allowin...
Chemistry
Which of the following bases is found in RNA but not in DNA?
Chemistry
Match Column-I with Column-II. Column-I Column-II (a) DNA (i) Involved in protein synthesis (b) RNA (ii) Carries genetic inform...
Chemistry