Biology STAAR Review Biomolecules

Which biomolecule is a main source of quick energy?

• Nucleic Acid

• Protein

• Lipid

• Carbohydrate

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-7

What is the purpose  of an enzyme?

• give permission for the reaction

• raise activation energy

• speed up reactions

• control how many reactions occur

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS2-5

Which organic molecule would a long-distance runner most likely choose to eat two hours before a race?

• A protein, because it builds muscle mass.

• A lipid because it provides long term energy storage.

• A carbohydrate because it releases energy quickly.

• A protein, because it transports oxygen into the blood stream.

Which biomolecule is insoluable (won't mix) in water?

• Carbohydrates (Carbs)

• Lipids

• Nucleic Acids

• Proteins

Amino Acids link together to form...

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Carbohydrates

• Nucleic Acids

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-1

Monosaccharides link together to form...

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Carbohydrates

• Nucleic Acids

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-6

Nucleotides link together to form...

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Carbohydrates

• Nucleic Acids

Fatty Acids and Glycerol link together to form...

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Carbohydrates

• Nucleic Acids

Functions of Lipids

• Insulation, Cell Membrane and Energy Storage

• Quick Energy and plant cell walls

• Build tissue (muscle), hair and nails

• Store and Carry Genetic/Hereditary Information

Functions of Proteins

• Insulation, Cell Membrane and Energy Storage

• Quick Energy and plant cell walls

• Build tissue (muscle), hair and nails

• Store and Carry Genetic/Hereditary Information