The Four Organic Molecules Quiz

Which of the following is a saccharide?

• Lipase

• Glucose

• Lectin

• Maltase

What is the main function of lipids in the body?

• Speed up chemical reactions

• Store and transmit genetic information

• Provide energy and insulation

• Support and movement

Which of the following is NOT a component of a nucleotide?

• Phosphate group

• Nitrogenous base

• Fatty acid

• Sugar

What is the bond called that forms between amino acids in a protein?

• Glycosidic bond

• Hydrogen bond

• Peptide bond

• Ester bond

Which of the following is a function of carbohydrates?

• Store genetic information

• Catalyze biochemical reactions

• Provide structural support

• Serve as a primary energy source

Glycerol is a component of which type of molecule?

• Proteins

• Nucleic acids

• Lipids

• Carbohydrates

Which of the following is NOT a lipid?

• Steroid

• Wax

• Starch

• Phospholipid

What are the building blocks of a protein?

• amino acids

• nucleotides

• various types of proteins

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What role do nucleic acids play in cells?

• They serve as the primary source of energy

• They make up the cell membrane

• They store and transmit genetic information

• They speed up chemical reactions

Which of the following is true about nucleotides?

• They are the building blocks of nucleic acids

• They are the building blocks of carbohydrates

• They contain only carbon and hydrogen

• They are the primary source of energy for cells