Biochemistry

Which property makes water molecules stick to other water molecules?

• adhesion
• cohesion
• capillary action
• polarity

All organic compounds contain the element

• carbon
• nitrogen
• phosphorus
• sulfur

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NGSS.HS-LS1-6

Which macromolecule is shown?

• lipid
• protein
• nucleic acid
• carbohydrate

Amino acids all have the same general morphology except for the:

• Amino Group
• Carboxyl Group
• 'R' Group
• Carbonyl Group

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NGSS.HS-LS1-6

___________ are some functions of lipids.

• storing energy and  cell membrane structure
• providing actin & providing myosin
• cellulose structure and digestive assistance
• storing & transferring genetic info

Changes in pH and temperature can damage an enzymes active site.  What is this called?

• reusable
• catalyst
• specific
• denature

The monomer, building block, of proteins

• Amino Acid
• Fatty Acid
• Nucleotide
• monosaccharide

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NGSS.HS-LS1-6

The monomer, building block, of carbohydrates; simple sugar

• Amino acid
• Fatty Acid
• Nucleotide
• Monosaccharide

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NGSS.HS-LS1-6

Which of the structures shown is an impossible covalently bonded molecule?

• A
• B
• C
• D

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2

NGSS.HS-PS1-1

Which of the following properties of water enables it to move from the roots to the leaves of plants?

• Water expands as it freezes.
• Water is an excellent solvent.
• Water exhibits cohesive behavior.
• Water moderates temperature.