Exploring Nucleic Acids and Macromolecules

Which group of macromolecules is not consumed as food?

• Lipids

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Nucleic Acids

Which element is unique to nucleic acids?

• Carbon

• Oxygen

• Phosphorus

• Nitrogen

What is the primary function of DNA?

• To store genetic information

• To transfer energy

• To catalyze reactions

• To provide structural support

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What role does RNA play in the cell?

• Catalyzes reactions

• Provides energy

• Transfers genetic information

• Stores genetic information

What is the central component of a nucleotide?

• Phosphate group

• Nitrogenous base

• Five-carbon sugar

• Amino acid

How many carbon atoms are in the sugar of a nucleotide?

• Six

• Five

• Four

• Three

Which of the following is NOT a nitrogenous base found in nucleotides?

• Cytosine

• Guanine

• Glucose

• Adenine

How many nitrogenous bases are present in a single nucleotide?

• Three

• Two

• One

• Four

What is the function of the phosphate group in a nucleotide?

• Stores genetic information

• Catalyzes reactions

• Provides energy

• Links nucleotides together

Which molecule is responsible for protein synthesis?

• RNA

• Carbohydrates

• DNA

• Lipids

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