Biomolecules Question 34

Question: A nucleoside on hydrolysis gives

[KCET 2004]

Options:

A) A heterocyclic base and orthophosphoric acid

B) An aldopentose, a heterocyclic base and orthophosphoric acid

C) An aldopentose and a heterocyclic base

D) An aldopentose and orthophosphoric acid

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Nucleoside on hydrolysis gives an aldopentose and a heterocyclic base purine and pyrimidine.