Nucleic Acids & Enzymes Lesson

Open Ended

In what ways do nucleic acids impact cellular function and the overall survival of organisms?

Multiple Choice

Why are nucleic acids considered essential biomolecules for living organisms?

• They store and transmit genetic information

• They provide structural support to cells

• They are the main source of cellular energy

• They help in the digestion of food

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of nucleic acids?

• Providing energy for cellular processes

• Storing genetic information

• Acting as a messenger for protein production

• Catalyzing chemical reactions

Multiple Select

Which of the following are components of a nucleotide?

• Phosphate group

• Sugar

• Nitrogenous base

• Amino acid

Multiple Select

Which statements about enzymes are correct?

• Enzymes are protein macromolecules

• Enzymes act as biological catalysts

• Enzymes have a specific shape for their function

• Enzymes are composed of nucleotides

Open Ended

Describe how enzymes speed up chemical reactions and what happens when they become denatured.

Multiple Choice

Which part of an enzyme binds to the substrate during a chemical reaction?

• Active site

• Product site

• Binding site

• Reaction site

Open Ended

Explain how enzymes contribute to the immune system and digestion.

Multiple Select

Select all correct statements about how enzymes affect chemical reactions.

• Enzymes lower the activation energy needed for reactions.

• Enzymes speed up chemical reactions.

• Enzymes increase the activation energy required.

• Enzymes slow down chemical reactions.

Open Ended

How do nucleic acids contribute to cellular function and energy in living organisms?

Multiple Choice

Which elements are nucleic acids primarily composed of?

• Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus

• Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Sulfur, Calcium

• Carbon, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Magnesium, Potassium

• Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Sodium, Chlorine