Macromolecules

A ____________________ is a large molecule.

• Micromolecule

• Macromolecule

• Amino Acid

• Monosaccharide

Answer explanation

Macro= large, micro=small

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A __________________ is a large molecule made of many small ones.

• Monomer

• Dissacharide

• Polymer

• Sugar

Answer explanation

Poly means many- so a polymer is many molecules linked together.

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Which of the following is an example of carbohydrates?

• Steak

• Olive oil

• Bread

• DNA

Answer explanation

Bread, sweets, rice, grains, veggies, fruits, etc. are all great sources of carbohydrates!

Which macromolecule is used as insulation?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Lipids/Fats

• Nucleic Acids

Answer explanation

Lipids (fats) store energy for long term use. These cells also provide insulation and protection.

Protein is found in...

• DNA

• Olive Oil

• Bread

• Steak

Answer explanation

Steak and other meats (and animal products like eggs) are wonderful sources of proteins.

The monomer of proteins is...

• Polymers

• Monosaccharides

• Fatty Acids

• Amino Acids

Answer explanation

Proteins are made up of amino acids. When people exercise and try to build muscle, they will often take amino- which is just a fancy term for protein!

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What is the monomer of nucleic acids?

• RNA

• DNA

• Nucleotides

• Nucleic pieces

Answer explanation

Nucleic acids are made of smaller pieces called nucleotides.

Nucleic acids make up which of the two molecules listed below?

• RNA

• FDA

• DNA

• RDA

Answer explanation

DNA and RNA are two molecules made up of nucleic acids. These act as the blueprint for the rest of our bodies. They are found in the cellular nucleus.

What macromolecule stores hereditary information?

• Carbohydrates

• Lipids

• Proteins

• Nucleic acids

Answer explanation

Nucleic acids, DNA and RNA are responsible for storing the cell's hereditary information.

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Select ALL the correct answers: Which of the following are examples of lipids?

• Phospholipids

• Enzymes

• Triglycerides

• Amylose

Answer explanation

Triglycerides are made of 3 fatty acids. Phospholipids have 2 fatty acid tails.

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