Biomolecules Study Questions #1

Which of the following is not one of the four main biomolecules?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Vitamins

• Nucleic Acids

What is the main function of carbohydrates in the body?

• Store genetic information

• Provide quick energy

• Form cell membranes

• Act as enzymes

Which monomer builds proteins?

• Monosaccharides

• Fatty Acids

• Amino Acids

• Nucleotides

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The monomer of nucleic acids is:

• Nucleotide

• Monosaccharide

• Amino Acid

• Fatty Acid

Which biomolecule forms the sugar-phosphate backbone?

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

• Nucleic Acids

• Lipids

Lipids are mainly composed of:

• Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen

• Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen

• Carbon, Oxygen, Phosphorus

• Carbon, Nitrogen, Sulfur

The main function of lipids is to:

• Provide long-term energy storage

• Speed up chemical reactions

• Store genetic instructions

• Provide immediate energy

Which biomolecule contains the genetic code of life?

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Nucleic Acids

• Carbohydrates

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An example of a protein function is:

• Waterproofing leaves

• Acting as enzymes

• Storing hereditary information

• Making up starches

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Which is the polymer of carbohydrates?

• Polypeptide

• Polysaccharide

• DNA

• Triglyceride