biochem unit-biology 2024

Front

What property of water enables it to move from the roots to the leaves of plants?

Back

Water exhibits cohesive behavior.

Front

What is a biomolecule?

Back

A large molecule that is present in living organisms.

Front

Which monomer makes up lipids?

Back

Fatty acid.

Front

Why does ice stay at the top of oceans instead of sinking to the bottom?

Back

Ice is less dense than liquid water.

Front

What is a grouping of elements based on similar chemical properties, arranged by columns in the periodic table?

Back

Family.

Front

What is the main component of the cell membrane?

Back

Phospholipids.

Front

What are the four main types of biomolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

Back

To provide energy.

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

Back

The cell.

Front

What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

Back

To speed up chemical reactions.