Question

write a brief note on nucleic acid

Answer 1

Answer:

Nucleic acids are molecules made up of nucleotides that direct cellular activities such as cell division and protein synthesis. Each nucleotide is made up of a pentose sugar, a nitrogenous base, and a phosphate group. There are two types of nucleic acids: DNA and RNA.

Answer 2

Answer:

Nucleic acids are a high molecular mass polymers of nucleotide monomers. They are formd within the nucleus of each cell. They are also alled polynucleotides. They participate in the transfer of heredity characters o the offspring and in biosynthesis of proteins. They are of two types-DNA and RNA.