Each nucleotide is made up of:
Correct answer: C. Three subunits
- A. One subunit
- B. Two subunits
- C. Three subunits
- D. Four subunits
Explanation
A nucleotide is the basic building block of nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA. It consists of three essential components: a pentose sugar (either ribose or deoxyribose), a nitrogenous base (such as adenine, thymine, cytosine, guanine, or uracil), and a phosphate group. Each of these components plays a crucial role in the structure and function of nucleic acids. Options A, B, and D are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the number of subunits in a nucleotide.
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