Biochemistry

Front

Which organic molecule is primarily used by cells as a source of energy? Options: Amino Acid, Fatty Acid, Glucose, Protein

Back

Glucose

Front

What is true about the structure of starch molecules and protein molecules?

Back

Starches and proteins are both polymers.

Front

Which organic compounds necessary for life are formed by a sugar bonded
to a phosphate group and a nitrogenous base? Options: lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates

Back

nucleic acids

Front

What is a function of lipids?

Back

to provide the body with insulation

Front

What is the function of the sequence of nucleotides?

Back

It carries genetic information.

Front

Which element is included in every protein molecule?

Back

carbon

Front

Which is a least likely primary function of proteins?

Back

to supply short-term energy

Front

Which organic molecule is paired with its function? Options: nucleic acid : to store energy, proteins : to provide insulation, lipids : to regulate metabolic processes, carbohydrate : to provide quick–release energy

Back

carbohydrate : to provide quick–release energy

Front

How do the functions of fats and enzymes differ?

Back

Fats are storage molecules, while enzymes are catalytic molecules.

Front

Which organic molecule serves as a catalyst? Options: lipids, proteins, nucleic acid, carbohydrates

Back

proteins