Which component of a DNA nucleotide could be removed without breaking the polynucleotide chain?
A) Phosphate
B) Deoxyribose
C) Ribose
D) Nitrogen base

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The polynucleotide chain of DNA is formed by the phosphate and sugar (deoxyribose) backbone. Removing a nitrogen base would not break this chain, as the bases are attached to the sugar molecules and not directly involved in the chain's linkage.

Which Component of a DNA Nucleotide Could Be Removed Without