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Which of the following are the monomers that make up nucleic acids?
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4. Biomolecules
Nucleic Acids
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DNA and RNA are examples of which type of biomolecule?
A
Nucleic acids
B
Lipids
C
Proteins
D
Carbohydrates
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Step 1: Begin by understanding the four major types of biomolecules: nucleic acids, lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates. Each has distinct functions and structures in living organisms.
Step 2: Recall that DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) and RNA (Ribonucleic Acid) are molecules responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information in cells.
Step 3: Recognize that DNA and RNA are composed of nucleotides, which consist of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base. This structure is characteristic of nucleic acids.
Step 4: Compare the functions of the other biomolecules listed in the options: lipids (energy storage and membrane structure), proteins (enzymes and structural components), and carbohydrates (energy and structural roles). None of these match the genetic information storage role of DNA and RNA.
Step 5: Conclude that DNA and RNA are examples of nucleic acids, as this is the biomolecule category that aligns with their structure and function.
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