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Organic Chemistry

Function of Nucleic Acids

Functions of nucleic acids:

  • DNA serves repository and transmitter of genetic information in many organisms while RNA is genetic material of some viruses.
  • They take part in the central dogma of life.
  • DNA controls every aspect of cellular functions.
  • Sometimes RNA acts as an enzyme of cellular functions.
  • The chromosome is a coiled and condensed form of DNA along with histone protein.