Multiple Choice
The scientist/s that was/were given credit for first determining the structure of DNA is/are:
14. DNA Synthesis
Discovering the Structure of DNA
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Monomers for the synthesis of DNA are called __________.
A
amino acids
B
fatty acids
C
monosaccharides
D
disaccharides
E
nucleotides
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Begin by understanding the structure of DNA. DNA is a polymer made up of repeating units called monomers.
Identify the basic building blocks of DNA. These monomers are known as nucleotides.
Recall that nucleotides consist of three components: a phosphate group, a sugar molecule (deoxyribose in DNA), and a nitrogenous base.
Differentiate nucleotides from other biological molecules such as amino acids, fatty acids, monosaccharides, and disaccharides, which are not involved in DNA synthesis.
Conclude that the correct monomers for the synthesis of DNA are nucleotides, as they are the fundamental units that form the DNA polymer.
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