Biology Macromolecules

What biological macromolecule is generally insoluble in water and functions in an important role in biological membranes?

• carbohydrates

• proteins

• nucleic acids

• lipids

Which of the following best describes the major function of the biological macromolecule DNA?

• provides the energy required by the cell

• synthesizes RNA

• stores information that translates into making proteins 

• decreases the activation energy required for a reaction

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Which answer best describes how carbohydrates and lipids are similar?

• Both contain fats and oils and have an important structural function within the cell.

• Both are polymers that are linked by peptide bonds.

• Both are nucleic acids involved in making ATP.

• Both contain carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, and are broken down as a source of energy.

Which biological molecule transports substances, speeds up reactions, makes hormones, and provides structural support?

• carbohydrates

• proteins 

• deoxyribonucleic acid

• adenosine triphosphate

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Which of the following is NOT a type of macromolecule?

• Carbohydrates

• Lipids

• Proteins

• Vitamins

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Match the following macromolecules to what elements are found in them.

• Carbon

  Hydrogen

  Oxygen

  (Ring structure)

• Lipid

• Carbon

  Hydrogen

  Oxygen

  (E structure)

• Nucleic Acids

• Carbon

  Hydrogen

  Oxygen

  Nitrogen

  Phosphorus

• Protein

• Carbon

  Hydrogen

  Oxygen

  Nitrogen

• Carbohydrates

Match the polymer up top with its function(s) below.

• primary source of energy

• nucleic acids

• store/transmit genetic information

• proteins

• enzymes speed up chemical reactions

• lipids

• make up a majority of cell membranes

• carbohydrates

All polymers are made up of...

• monosaccharides

• monomers

• proteins

• None of these

Nucleotides consist of a phosphate group, a nitrogenous base, and which of the following?

• fatty acids

• an amino acid

• a 5-carbon sugar 

• glycerol

What are Macromolecules?

• Big molecules

• Compounds that contain organic molecules

• Compounds that contain carbon

• The Elements of Life

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