Question

A biology student creates a table that shows the function of the four major macromolecules. Macromolecule Function lipids transport oxygen in the blood proteins help with muscle contractions nucleic acids store and transmit genetic information carbohydrates provide usable chemical energy for cells For which macromolecule does the student list an incorrect function? A. the lipids, because they are responsible for long-term energy storage B. the proteins, because they are responsible for helping plants retain water C. the carbohydrates, because they are responsible for the structure of the cell membrane D. the nucleic acids, because they are responsible for providing support for the immune system

Answer 1

The student lists an incorrect function for D. the nucleic acids, because they are responsible for providing support for the immune system.

Nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) are primarily responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information, not providing support for the immune system. The immune system is more closely associated with proteins (specifically antibodies and other immune-related proteins) rather than nucleic acids.

The other options have inaccuracies relating to specific details, but they do not misrepresent the primary function of the macromolecules listed as clearly as option D does.