The carbohydrate(s) found in nucleic acids is (are)
A) ribose OR deoxyribose.
B) ribose OR glucose.
C) glucose OR galactose.
D) galactose OR deoxyribose.
E) deoxyribose only.

Question

The carbohydrate(s) found in nucleic acids is (are)
A) ribose OR deoxyribose.
B) ribose OR glucose.
C) glucose OR galactose.
D) galactose OR deoxyribose.
E) deoxyribose only.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Nucleic acids contain either ribose (in RNA) or deoxyribose (in DNA) as their carbohydrate component. Glucose, galactose, and other monosaccharides are not found in nucleic acids.

The Carbohydrate(s) Found in Nucleic Acids Is (Are)