Where are phosphate groups found in a DNA molecule?

Phosphates are found attached to the carbon-4 of the deoxyribose pentose sugar attached via a phosphodiester bond.

Answered by Anonymous | 2024-06-10

Phosphate groups in a DNA molecule are found in the backbone, attached to the 5' carbon of one nucleotide. They link to the 3' carbon of the next nucleotide, creating a phosphodiester bond. This structure is essential for maintaining DNA's form and function during processes like replication.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2024-10-30