Organic Chemistry Basics Quiz

What is an organic compound essentially composed of?

• Oxygen and hydrogen

• Carbon and found in living things

• Nitrogen and phosphorus

• Sulfur and water

What type of reaction links monomers to form a polymer?

• Hydrolysis

• Oxidation

• Condensation

• Reduction

Which of the following is NOT composed of monomers?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Nucleic acids

What is released as a by-product of condensation reactions?

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

• Water

• Nitrogen

What process involves breaking down large compounds into smaller ones?

• Anabolism

• Hydrolysis

• Condensation

• Photosynthesis

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in cells?

• Long-term energy storage

• Short-term energy source

• Genetic blueprint

• Structural component of membranes

Which of the following is an example of a monosaccharide?

• Starch

• Cellulose

• Glucose

• Glycogen

What is the primary component of cell membranes?

• Triglycerides

• Phospholipids

• Steroids

• Monosaccharides

Which organic molecule serves as a genetic blueprint for cellular activity?

• Lipids

• Proteins

• Nucleic Acids

• Carbohydrates

What type of lipid consists of a glycerol subunit combined with three fatty acid chains?

• Phospholipids

• Steroids

• Triglycerides

• Monosaccharides