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What is the major function of nucleic acids?
What is the major function of nucleic acids?
- Genomic information storage and expression (correct)
- Protein synthesis
- Cell structure formation
- Energy storage
Which nucleic acid encodes the information needed for making proteins?
Which nucleic acid encodes the information needed for making proteins?
- Lipid
- DNA (correct)
- Carbohydrate
- RNA
What is the peculiar compound found inside the nucleus of cells that led to the discovery of nucleic acids?
What is the peculiar compound found inside the nucleus of cells that led to the discovery of nucleic acids?
- Protein
- Carbohydrate
- Nuclein (nucleic acid) (correct)
- Lipid
Which structure of DNA allows information to be passed on to the next generation?
Which structure of DNA allows information to be passed on to the next generation?
What is the unique feature of nucleic acids in terms of composition?
What is the unique feature of nucleic acids in terms of composition?
What is the main role of RNA in cells?
What is the main role of RNA in cells?
What is the main function of nucleic acids in cells?
What is the main function of nucleic acids in cells?
How did researchers first identify nucleic acids as a distinct compound within cells?
How did researchers first identify nucleic acids as a distinct compound within cells?
What inspired the creation of songs dedicated to nucleic acids?
What inspired the creation of songs dedicated to nucleic acids?
What class did the author mention learning about nucleic acids through a song?
What class did the author mention learning about nucleic acids through a song?
Which biomolecule was NOT among the compounds initially considered when nucleic acids were discovered?
Which biomolecule was NOT among the compounds initially considered when nucleic acids were discovered?
What is the distinctive structural feature of DNA that allows information to be passed on to the next generation?
What is the distinctive structural feature of DNA that allows information to be passed on to the next generation?
