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Uridine

Uridine is a molecule (known as a nucleoside) that is formed when uracil is attached to a ribose ring (also known as a ribofuranose) via a β-N₁-glycosidic bond.

If uracil is attached to a deoxyribose ring, it is known as a deoxyuridine.

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