Chapter 3: Biochemistry

Which biomolecule stores the genetic information?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

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Which structure makes up the majority of the cell membrane?

• waxes

• phospholipids

• glycogen

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Which element identifies a compound as organic?

• carbon

• hydrogen

• nitrogen

Which chemical reaction builds macromolecules by removing water?

• separation

• hydrolysis

• dehydration synthesis

Which chemical reaction uses water to break bonds?

• dehydration synthesis

• hydrolysis

• ionization

Glucose is an example of a ___.

• monosaccharide

• protein

• nucleic acid

Water is made of hydrogen and oxygen. Which category does it fit under?

• Organic

• Inorganic

• Both

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Which molecule do plants use to store sugar?

• starch

• protein

• lipids

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What are the monomers of proteins called?

• enzymes

• amino acids

• monosaccharides

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What type of lipid do plants use for protection?

• cholesterol

• protein

• wax