Examine the following structural formula containing guanine, a sugar, and phosphate groups. Which of the following is the name of this substance?
A) dGTP
B) GTP
C) dGDP
D) GDP

Question

Examine the following structural formula containing guanine, a sugar, and phosphate groups.  Which of the following is the name of this substance?
A) dGTP 
B) GTP 
C) dGDP 
D) GDP

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The structural formula shown contains guanine, a sugar, and three phosphate groups. This is the structure of guanosine triphosphate (GTP), which is used as an energy source in cellular processes such as protein synthesis and cell signaling. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not correctly represent the full structure shown in the diagram.

Examine the Following Structural Formula Containing Guanine, a Sugar, and Phosphate