Nucleic Acids and Genetic Information

Nucleic acids carry genetic information in cells. They include DNA and RNA, which are made from nucleotide building blocks. These molecules store, copy, and help use the instructions needed for life.

DNA is the main long-term storage molecule for genetic information. RNA helps carry and use that ...

Nucleic acids are polymers of nucleotides – molecules composed of a pentose sugar, a nitrogen-containing base, and a phosphate group.

There are two types of nucleic acids: deoxyribonucleic acid, DNA, and ribonucleic acid, RNA. 

Their chemical structures differ depending on which pentose sugar and nitrogenous bases they contain.