Deoxyribose-1-phosphate is a sugar molecule that plays a crucial role in the structure of DNA. It is a derivative of deoxyribose, which is a five-carbon sugar. The "1-phosphate" part indicates that a phosphate group is attached to the first carbon of the deoxyribose molecule. This modification is important for various biochemical processes, including the synthesis of nucleotides. In cellular metabolism, deoxyribose-1-phosphate can be converted into other forms of nucleotides, which are the building blocks of DNA. These nucleotides are essential for DNA replication and repair, ensuring the integrity of genetic information in living organisms.