Biology for IGCSE & O level - Biological Molecules (Section 3 - No. 34)

What is the primary role of the phosphate group in a nucleotide?
To provide energy.
To form the backbone of the DNA/RNA molecule.
To code for genetic information.
To bind with proteins.

Explanation

The phosphate group joins the sugar molecules to form the backbone of DNA/RNA.

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