Q.

Which of the following is true about purines ?

see full answer

Start JEE / NEET / Foundation preparation at rupees 99/day !!

21% of IItians & 23% of AIIMS delhi doctors are from Sri Chaitanya institute !!
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

Its molecule consists of 2 rings joined at 4 and 5 position

b

. It is smaller than pyrimidine molecule

c

It has nitrogen atmost at 1 and 3 positions only

d

It is a 6-membered molecule

answer is C.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

Purines are nine membered dicyclic or double ring nitrogen bases where the two rings are joined at 4&5 positions.. Nitrogen occurs at 1,3,7 and 9 positions. Purines are of two types they are adenine and guanine.

Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity

hear from our champions

score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon