Macromolecule/Enzymes

What is the monomer (building block) of a protein?

• amino acids
• nucleotide
• fatty acid
• monosaccharide

What is a polymer?

• a large molecule made up of subunits (pieces)
• building blocks
• a small molecule made up of a single piece
• none of the above

What is the name of the structure the red arrow is pointing to?

• substrate
• chromosome
• enzyme
• cell

Which of the following determines an enzyme's effectiveness?

• heat
• pH (acidic or basic)
• not enough enzymes; too many substrates
• all are correct

Why does the shape of an enzyme determine its function?

• enzymes are specific to substrates (lock and key)
• enzymes can work with any substrate
• enzymes are activated by molecules
• enzymes are found everywhere

Which biomolecule contains pastas and breads?

• Lipid
• Protein
• Nucleic Acid
• Carbohydrate

Which biomolecule helps form body structures like muscles?

• Nucleic Acid
• Carbohydrate
• Protein
• Lipids

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

• Protein
• Nucleic Acid
• Lipid
• Carbohydrate

Which biomolecule includes sugars, cellulose and starch?

• Lipids
• Proteins
• Carbohydrates
• Nucleic Acid

Which biomolecule contains fats, oils, and waxes?

• Proteins
• Nucleic Acid
• Lipids
• Carbohydrate