Question

Which statement correctly compares nucleic acids and carbohydrates? A) They both contain carbon, but only nucleic acids contain hydrogen. B) They both contain carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in a 1:2:1 ratio. C) They both contain carbon, but only carbohydrates contain oxygen. D) They both contain carbon, but only nucleic acids contain phosphorous.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Answer:

'Nucleic acids' and 'carbohydrates' contain carbon but only 'nucleic acids' contain phosphorus.

Explanation:

Nucleic acids and carbohydrates are biomolecules. Nucleic acids as well as carbohydrates are both important for the survival of all life forms.  

Nucleic acids are comprised on DNA and RNA that possess the genetic information. Nucleic acids contain sugar, phosphate group as well as nitrogenous base. Carbohydrates are the most important source of energy for the body. Carbohydrates contain hydrogen, oxygen and carbon.