Definition

A type of molecule that includes ribose sugar and is part of RNA, which is essential for genetic information and protein synthesis.

Example

Ribonucleotides are the building blocks of RNA, playing a crucial role in the synthesis of proteins.

Conversation

Have you heard about ribonucleotides?

Yeah, they're really interesting! They play a key role in RNA.

Exactly! I find it amazing how they help in protein synthesis.

Totally! It's fascinating how such small components can have such big effects.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ribonucleotide → It is formed from "ribo-" (from ribose, a sugar component of RNA, derived from the Latin word 'ribo' meaning sugar) and "nucleotide" (from "nucleo-" meaning nucleus and "-tide" meaning a unit or part). The word refers to a unit of RNA that consists of a ribose sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ribo-' as relating to sugar and 'nucleotide' as a unit of nucleic acid — together, they describe a building block of RNA.

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