Vocabulary Entry

nucleoside

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noun

A nucleoside is a molecular compound that consists of a nitrogenous base linked to a sugar molecule, essential for the formation of nucleotides.

Example Sentences

"A nucleoside can be converted into a nucleotide by the addition of a phosphate group."

"In biology, nucleosides play a crucial role in the structure of nucleic acids."

"Research on nucleosides has revealed their importance in cellular metabolism."