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What is a nucleoside?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Nucleoside**: A nucleoside is a molecular structure that is a fundamental component of nucleic acids, which include DNA and RNA. 2. **Components of Nucleoside**: A nucleoside consists of two main components: - A nitrogenous base - A sugar molecule (specifically a pentose sugar) ...
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    A
    sugar
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    phosphate
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    nitrogenous base
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    both (a) and (b)

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