DC Biology Chapter 4,5, and 6 Test Review

Front

As the cell gets smaller, the surface area to volume ratio ____________.

Back

increases

Front

What is a monomer for a protein?

Back

Amino acid

Front

What is an example of a hydrolysis reaction?

Back

The breakdown of a fat into glycerol and fatty acids

Front

Lactose is formed by a dehydration reaction known as which of the following?

Back

Glycosidic Linkage

Front

What is the function of the nucleus?

Back

Contains DNA

Front

What is the primary function of ribosomes?

Back

Protein synthesis

Front

What is the difference between dehydration synthesis and hydrolysis?

Back

Dehydration synthesis builds larger molecules by removing water, while hydrolysis breaks down molecules by adding water.

Front

What type of bond links amino acids together in a protein?

Back

Peptide bond

Front

What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

Back

Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.

Front

What is the structure of a phospholipid?

Back

A phospholipid consists of a hydrophilic head and two hydrophobic tails.