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    Describe primary structure of protein.
    Primary structure. The linear arrangement of amino acid units in polypeptide chain is called the primary structure of a protein molecule or 1° structure. 
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    In which organisms the RNA is genetic material ?

    Certain viruses like TMV (Tobacco mosaic virus), Polio virus etc have RNA as their genetic material.
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    Give the functions of structural polysaccharides in animals.
    Structural polysaccharides like chitin form exoskeleton in arthropods, nails and claws in vertebrates. They performs the following functions -:

    (1) Give shape to the body

    (2) Provide protection

    (3) Prevent dehydration

    (4) Check the entry of pathogens.

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    What are the similarities among carbohydrates, proteins and nucleic acids ?
    The similarities among carbohydrates , proteins and nucleic acids-:

    (1) All are macromolecules made up of many repeating units.

    (2) All have molecular weight ranging from 18 to 800 Da. 

    (3) All are found in the acid insoluble fraction.

    (4)  Bonds between subunits are formed by dehydration synthesis (elimination of water).

     

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    What are the pyrimidines of DNA strands?
    Thymine and cytosine are the pyrimidines found in the DNA.
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