Question

nucleic acids are responsible for _______. (select all that apply)
1 protein synthesis
2 energy
3 insulation
4 storing genetic information

Explanation:

• Protein synthesis: Nucleic acids (like RNA) are involved in translating genetic information to make proteins.
• Energy: Nucleic acids are not a primary energy source (carbohydrates, lipids are for energy).
• Insulation: Insulation is a function of lipids (like fats), not nucleic acids.
• Storing genetic information: DNA (a nucleic acid) stores genetic information.

Answer:

1. protein synthesis, 4. storing genetic information