BIOCHEMISTRY A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z                    HOME ABOUT CATEGORIES SITE MAP COPYRIGHT ADVERTISE CONTACT entire Web this site adenine Also known as 6-aminopurine, a purine derivative that is one of the five organic bases occurring in the nucleic acids of cells. In DNA adenine pairs with thymine and in RNA with uracil (see genetic code). It is also a component of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). Related category    • BIOCHEMISTRY Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP