Which sentence best describes the function of nucleic acids? They store energy for later use by the body. They provide energy to cells. They carry information for building and maintaining structures They store extra organic compounds.

"They carry information for building and maintaining structures," would appropriately describe the role of nucleic acids.

Option C, They carry information for building and maintaining structures

Explanation:

Nucleic acid is the major constituents of DNA that carries genetic information. All metabolic process are governed and controlled by DNA. It is responsible for development of an organism along with differentiation.

Genetic material encodes for all the development processes with in a body and hence it is carrier of information required for developing an organism.

Thus, option C is correct