Understanding Glucose: A Key Molecule in Biology

Understanding Glucose: A Key Molecule in Biology

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Biology, Chemistry, Science

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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This video introduces glucose, a crucial molecule in biology, explaining its role in energy storage and transfer. It covers glucose's involvement in photosynthesis and cellular respiration, and details its chemical structure, including its open chain and cyclic forms. The video also discusses the significance of glucose in biological systems and its chemical properties.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary role of glucose in biological systems?

To provide insulation

To store and transfer energy

To serve as a catalyst

To act as a structural component

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Greek origin of the word 'glucose'?

It means 'light'

It means 'right'

It means 'sweet'

It means 'energy'

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which process in plants involves the storage of energy in the form of glucose?

Respiration

Glycolysis

Photosynthesis

Fermentation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the chemical formula of glucose?

C7H12O7

C6H14O6

C5H10O5

C6H12O6

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ratio of hydrogen to oxygen atoms in glucose?

1:1

2:1

3:1

4:1

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which functional group is present at the first carbon of glucose in its straight chain form?

Ketone

Ester

Aldehyde

Ether

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many covalent bonds does each carbon atom in glucose form?

Four

Five

Three

Two

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