Biomolecules

What is a biomolecule?

• The dissolved particle in a solution

• One of the by-products of respiration

• Large molecule that is present in living organisms

• None of the above

Which of the following are biomolecules?

• RNA, DNA, proteins, lipids

• Proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, polymers

• Nucleic acid, lipids, carbohydrates, monomers

• Proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids

The function of the nucleic acid is --

• to store and transmit genetic information inherited from your parents

• to maintain our body temperature

• to build up muscles bones and other body parts

• to regulate sugar in your blood and give your cells energy

What are lipids?

• Polymers made of amino acids

• Monomers that store and transfer genetic information

• Fatty acids not generally soluble in water

• Complex carbohydrates like starch

Which of the following is a characteristic of protein?

• Made up of amino acids and regulate cellular processes

• Fats, oils, and waxes

• Complex carbohydrates known as starches

• DNA and RNA

Which biomolecule makes up cell membranes?

• Protein

• Carbohydrate

• Lipid

• Nucleic acid

Which biomolecule is helpful for long term energy storage?

• Nucleic acid

• Protein

• Carbohydrate

• Lipid

Which biomolecule is useful for a fast source of energy?

• Lipid

• Nucleic acid

• Protein

• Carbohydrate

Which biomolecule is important for insulation?

• Lipid

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

• Nucleic acid

What is the monomer for proteins?

• Amino acid

• Nucleotide

• Fatty acid

• Monosaccharide