The pancreas is responsible for digesting nucleic acids.

Here's how it works:

* Pancreatic juice contains enzymes called nucleases (specifically deoxyribonuclease and ribonuclease) that break down DNA and RNA, respectively.

* These enzymes break the phosphodiester bonds within the nucleic acid chains, resulting in shorter nucleotide chains, and eventually individual nucleotides.

* These nucleotides are then absorbed into the bloodstream in the small intestine.

While other organs like the stomach and small intestine contribute to the overall digestive process, the pancreas plays a crucial role specifically in breaking down nucleic acids.