Practice question
Question
In nucleotides, the base is attached to the sugar via a:
Explanation
N-Glycosidic bond accurately identifies the binding site, binding partner, or molecular interaction described in this question. In Nucleic Acid, molecular recognition and binding specificity are governed by complementary shape, charge, and hydrophobic interactions between molecules. N-Glycosidic bond binds at the specified location due to its structural complementarity and specific non-covalent or covalent interactions. The other options (Phosphodiester bond, Hydrogen bond, and Ionic bond) describe binding to different sites, involve different types of molecular interactions, or represent incorrect binding partners.