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What is the difference in structure between-D-ribose and 2-deoxy-D-ribose?
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In D-ribose, all five carbon atoms have a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to them. Specifically, the 2' carbon atom has a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to it. Show more…
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