Which of the following is a major function of nucleic acids?
A)storage and transfer of genetic information
B)storage and intracellular transfer of energy
C)catalysis of virtually all biochemical reactions
D)structural support in both plants and animals
E)long-term storage of energy

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, are primarily responsible for the storage and transfer of genetic information from one generation to the next. They provide the instructions for the development, function, and maintenance of all living organisms. Nucleic acids do not store or transfer energy, catalyze biochemistry reactions, provide structural support, or store energy long-term.

Which of the Following Is a Major Function of Nucleic