Question
What are nucleic acids? Mention their two important functions.
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Answer
Nucleic acids are polymers of nucleotides containing a pentose sugar, heterocyclic base and a phosphate group. They help in synthesis of proteins. They are also responsible for the transfer of genetic characters from one generation to the next generation.
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