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Question

Phosphorus $(P)$ is a structural element of

A

cell membranes

B

proteins

C

nucleic acids

D

all of these

Answer

all of these

Explanation

Solution

Phosphorus $(P)$ is a constituent of cell membranes, certain proteins, all nucleic acids and nucleotides and is required for all phosphorylation reactions. It is usually found in nudeoproteins and protoplasm.