Biomolecules

A banana is an example of which biomolecule

• carbohydrate

• lipid

• protein

• nucleic acid

Carbs and lipids are similar because they...

• Are a source of energy for living organisms

• Help with immune response

• build structures such as cellulose and chitin

• Contain the same elements (CHO)

What is the function of carbohydrates?

• provides quick energy

• stores energy

• helps with growth and repair of tissues

• stores genetic information

What is the function of lipids?

• provides quick energy

• stores energy

• helps with growth and repair of tissues

• stores genetic information

What is the function of nucleic acid?

• provides quick energy

• stores energy

• helps with growth and repair of tissues

• stores genetic information

Which biomolecule is found in fats, oils, and waxes and is a source of long-term energy? 

• Proteins
• Nucleic Acid
• Lipids
• Carbohydrate

What is the function of nucleic acids such as DNA and RNA?

• Stores energy

• Stores genetic information

• Movement

• Physical structure

What biomolecule do enzymes belong to? 

• Carbohydrate
• Lipid
• Nucleic Acid
• Protein

Which biomolecule is responsible for insulation and LONG term energy storage?

• Proteins
• Nucleic Acids
• Lipids
• Carbohydrates

Which biomolecule includes sugars and starches? (Hint: simple or complex)

• Lipids
• Proteins
• Carbohydrates
• Nucleic Acids