Biological Molecules Flashcard

Front

What does the acronym "CHONP" stand for in nucleic acids?

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Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus

Front

Which biological molecule is not primarily composed of "CHO"? Options: Carbohydrate, Lipid, Protein, Nucleic Acid

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Protein

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in cells?

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Energy source

Front

Which biological molecule is primarily responsible for storing genetic information?

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Nucleic Acid

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Matter

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Mass (weight) and takes up space (have volume)

Front

Smallest unit of matter that has all the chemical properties; a pure substance.

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Element / Atom

Front

Which element is represented by the symbol 'C'?

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Carbon

Front

the atom that living things are built around - bonds in 4 directions and builds complex molecules

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Carbon

Front

What is a molecule?

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Two or more elements/atoms bonded together

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Simple sugar molecule with the chemical formula C6H12O6. Main source of energy used by living organisms on Earth. *Hint: know your CHO.

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Glucose