Q. In a nucleoside, the nitrogenous base is linked to pentose sugar at
A) –OH of [image:6_image13.wmf]
B) –NH₃ of 1’ C
C) –OH of 5’ C
D) –COOH of 3’ C
Explanation
In a nucleoside, the pentose sugar is linked through hydroxyl group (−OH) at 1’ carbon with the nitrogenous base.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.