The most specific name for an incoming monomer about to be incorporated into a DNA chain is ______.
A)nucleotide
B)deoxyribonucleoside
C)deoxyribonucleoside triphosphate
D)ribonucleoside diphosphate
E)nucleoside monophosphate

Question

The most specific name for an incoming monomer about to be incorporated into a DNA chain is  ______.
A)nucleotide
B)deoxyribonucleoside
C)deoxyribonucleoside triphosphate
D)ribonucleoside diphosphate
E)nucleoside monophosphate

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A nucleotide is a general term for a monomer consisting of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base. A deoxyribonucleoside does not include the phosphate group. A ribonucleoside contains a ribose sugar instead of a deoxyribose sugar. A nucleoside monophosphate implies that the monomer already has a phosphate group attached, whereas a deoxyribonucleoside triphosphate specifically refers to the incoming monomer that will be added to a growing DNA chain.

The Most Specific Name for an Incoming Monomer About to Be