Biomolecules, Prokaryotes, and Eukaryotes

Which biomolecule is easily broken down for energy?

• carbs

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

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Which biomolecule provides long-term energy storage?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

Which biomolecule is responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

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Which biomolecule is made of amino acid monomers?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

Which biomolecule provides structural support in cell walls?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

Which biomolecule is the major component of plasma membranes?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

Which two biomolecules function to store energy?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

Select all of the following that are functions of proteins.

• catalyzing chemical reactions

• helping fight disease

• allowing for interaction with the environment at the cell membrane

• storing genetic information

Which elements are present in all four biomolecules?

• carbon

• hydrogen

• oxygen

• nitrogen

• phosphorus

Which group can be described as not being water soluble?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids