Question

Nucleic acids are found in which of the following?

• A. Nucleus
• B. Cytoplasm
• C. Both nucleus and cytoplasm
• D. Nucleus and ribosomes

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both nucleus and cytoplasm

Nucleic acids in an organism consist of both DNA and RNA. Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is found mainly in the nucleus of the cell, while Ribonucleic acid (RNA) is found mainly in the cytoplasm of the cell although it is usually synthesized in the nucleolus. The DNA is present as the extrachromosomal material in the organelle like mitochondria and chloroplast which are present in the cytoplasm.

So, the correct answer is option C.