Organic Molecules

Glucose is a building block of carbohydrates. Which of these best describes glucose?

• nucleotide

• protein

• monosaccharide

• lipid

The table attached provides info about the composition and function of four important molecules in living organisms. Which of the molecules is a carbohydrate?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Which of the following types of molecules are primarily used for long-term energy storage in the lemur?

• lipids

• monosaccharides

• nucleic acids

• proteins

Which of the following categories of organic molecules is correctly paired with one of its functions?

• nucleic acids- digest dead cells

• lipids- give quick energy to cells

• carbohydrates- store genetic information

• proteins- provide structure in skin, hair, and nails

Which compound is a polysaccharide?

• glucose

• maltase

• ribose

• starch

The molecules Carbs, Lipids, Proteins, and Nucleic Acids all have what elements in common?

• N

• C,H,O

• C,H,O,P

• C,H,O,N,S

Monomer of a Lipid is a

• Nucleotide

• Amino Acid

• Glycerol and Fatty Acid

• Monossacharide

Which Molecule makes up the cell wall of a plant cell?

• Fructose

• Cellulose

• Glucose

• Sucrose

A monomer of a protein is a

• Nucleotide

• Monossacharide

• Glycerol and Fatty Acid

• Amino Acid

Tags

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What molecule is this?

• Lipid

• Carb

• Nucleic Acid

• Protein