A nucleotide consists of a sugar molecule, a nitrogenous base, and a phosphate group.

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A single nucleotide comprises of 3 components. A nitrogenous base, which is attached to sugar molecule and a phosphate group. The nucleic acids, both DNA and RNA, consist of polymers of nucleotides.

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A nucleotide consists of a pentose sugar molecule, a nitrogenous base, and a phosphate group.

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