Biomolecules and Cell Structure Quiz

Which element is known for forming large, complex molecules due to having four electrons in its outermost energy level?

• Oxygen

• Carbon

• Nitrogen

• Hydrogen

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NGSS.HS-LS1-6

What is the main function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

• Genetic storage

• Energy

• Building muscles

• Hormone production

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which of the following is a monosaccharide?

• Chitin

• Glucose

• Starch

• Cellulose

What is the general ratio of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms in carbohydrates?

• 1 C; 1 H; 2 O

• 2 C; 1 H; 1 O

• 1 C; 2 H; 1 O

• 1 C; 1 H; 1 O

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NGSS.MS-PS1-1

What are the building blocks of proteins?

• Monosaccharides

• Fatty acids

• Amino acids

• Nucleotides

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

NGSS.HS-LS1-6

Which type of bond connects amino acids in a polypeptide chain?

• Hydrogen bond

• Ionic bond

• Peptide bond

• Covalent bond

Which macromolecule is hydrophobic and used for energy storage?

• Protein

• Carbohydrate

• Lipid

• Nucleic acid

What is the main function of enzymes in the body?

• Store genetic information

• Build muscles and speed up reactions

• Store energy

• Form cell membranes

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NGSS.HS-LS2-3

Which of the following is a function of lipids?

• Forming peptide bonds

• Energy storage

• Carrying genetic information

• Forming polysaccharides

What are the components of a triglyceride?

• Glycerol and three fatty acid tails

• Glycerol and two fatty acid tails

• Glycerol and a phosphate group

• Sugar, phosphate, and nitrogenous base