Ch.23.1.2 Macromolecules

What are the building blocks of carbohydrates?

• Nucleotides

• Amino acids

• Fatty acids

• Sugars

Which of the following is NOT a category of organic molecules?

• Carbohydrates

• Lipids

• Proteins

• Minerals

What element is common to all organic molecules?

• Hydrogen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon

• Oxygen

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What is the building block of proteins?

• Amino acids

• Fatty acids

• Nucleotides

• Sugars

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Which type of organic molecule is primarily responsible for energy storage in plants?

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Carbohydrates

• Nucleic acids

What is the primary function of lipids?

• Energy storage

• Structural support

• Catalyzing reactions

• Genetic information

Which of the following is a polysaccharide used for structural support in plants?

• Cellulose

• Starch

• Glycogen

• Chitin

What is the building block of nucleic acids?

• Sugars

• Amino acids

• Nucleotides

• Fatty acids

Which of the following is a characteristic of saturated fats?

• From plant sources

• Solid at room temperature

• Kinked in shape

• Liquid at room temperature

What determines the function of an organic molecule?

• Its weight

• Its size

• Its form

• Its color

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