Which best describes the main role of nucleic acids in living things? * They store and transmit information in the form of a code • They serve as a long-lasting energy source for cells They serve as a source of quick energy for cells • They serve as building blocks for tissues, transport other molecules, and regulate certain biochemical reactions.

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Question
Which best describes the main role of nucleic acids in living things? *
They store and transmit information in the form of a code
• They serve as a long-lasting energy source for cells
They serve as a source of quick energy for cells
They serve as building blocks for tissues, transport other molecules, and regulate
certain biochemical reactions.
Answer

They store and transmit information in the form of a code.

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, are responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information in living organisms. DNA contains the genetic code that...
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