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What type of linkage is responsible for joining nucleotides together in a DNA or RNA molecule?
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Options:
  • A Hydrogen linkage
  • B Disulfide linkage
  • C Phosphodiester linkage
  • D Ionic linkage
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Phosphodiester linkage
The linkage responsible for joining nucleotides together in DNA or RNA is the phosphodiester linkage.

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