Understanding Macromolecules and Their Functions

Why do athletes often consume pasta before a race?

• It is a tradition among runners.

• Pasta is a favorite food of most athletes.

• Carbohydrates in pasta provide quick energy.

• Pasta is easy to digest.

Which elements are most commonly found in living organisms?

• Gold, Silver, Platinum, Palladium, Rhodium, Iridium

• Iron, Copper, Zinc, Magnesium, Calcium, Sodium

• Helium, Neon, Argon, Krypton, Xenon, Radon

• Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Sulfur

What are macromolecules made of?

• Monomers

• Atoms

• Ions

• Crystals

Which macromolecule is primarily responsible for storing energy for long periods?

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Nucleic acids

• Carbohydrates

What is the monomer of proteins called?

• Monosaccharide

• Amino acid

• Nucleotide

• Fatty acid

Which macromolecule is essential for quick energy release?

• Lipids

• Nucleic acids

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

• Code for proteins

• Store energy

• Build muscle

• Provide insulation

What is a common misconception about carbohydrates?

• They are not found in plants.

• They are always bad for you.

• They are the only source of energy.

• They do not contain carbon.

Which macromolecule is primarily found in fatty foods?

• Nucleic acids

• Lipids

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

What is the humorous comparison made about Mickens at the end?

• He is likened to a superhero.

• He is compared to a Bratz doll.

• He resembles a cartoon character.

• He looks like a famous athlete.