Asked by
Donna Luxton
on Dec 06, 2024Verified
Living organisms need phosphate to produce
A) DNA.
B) sugar.
C) amino acids.
D) lipids.
E) steroids.
Phosphate
A chemical compound containing the phosphate ion, PO4^3-, important in cellular energy transfer and nutrient transport.
Amino Acids
Organic compounds that combine to form proteins, serving as the building blocks of life and playing a critical role in the structure, function, and regulation of the body's tissues and organs.
Steroids
A class of lipophilic organic compounds with four fused carbon rings, playing various roles in the body, including as hormones and vitamins.
- Grasp the importance of phosphates in biological molecules and ecosystems.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Grasp the importance of phosphates in biological molecules and ecosystems.