What is DNA? These instructions are found inside every cell and are passed down from parents to their children. It is a nucleic acid and is one of the four major types of macromolecules that are known to be essential for all forms of life. DNA is found in the nucleus, with a small amount of DNA also present in mitochondria in the eukaryotes. Structure of DNA The genetic material in most organisms is DNA or Deoxyribonucleic acid; whereas in some viruses, it is RNA or Ribonucleic acid. A DNA molecule consists of two polynucleotide chains i.e. chains with multiple nucleotides. Let’s understand the structure of this chain in detail. DNA and Its occurence:- The DNA molecule is composed of units called nucleotides, and each nucleotide is composed of three different components, such as sugar, phosphate groups, and nitrogen bases. Structure Of Polynucleotide Chain A nucleotide is made of the following components: Pentose sugar – A pentose sugar is a 5-carbon sugar. In c...