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Lesson (4) Proteins

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

1) Which describes the functions of proteins in living things?

a)

structural, transport, defense, catalysts, etc.

b)

stores energy and makes up cell membranes

c)

stores and transmits genetic information

d)

quick energy and forming cell structure

2.

2)  Proteins are polymers of __________.

a)

Fatty acids

b)

Amino acids

c)

monosaccharides

d)

nucleotides

3.

3) All proteins................

a)

are exactly the same in structure but different in function.

b)

are exactly the same in function but different in structure.

c)

have a unique structure that determines their unique function.

d)

are enzymes.

4.

4) What is the function of enzymes in living things?

a)

form the basis of the plasma membrane

b)

insulation and protection

c)

main energy molecule for a cell

d)

increase the rate of chemical reactions

5.

5) How many different amino acids are there?

a)

15

b)

20

c)

30

d)

100

6.

6) The diagram shows the structure of an amino acid. What is the best statement that can describe the ( R) Group?

a)

Variable groups are essential because their properties determine protein structure and function.

b)

They are always non-polar groups

c)

They are the same in all amino acids

d)

They are always polar

7.

7) Proteins can act as chemical messengers:

a)

Antibodies

b)

Hormones

c)

Keratin

d)

myosin

8.

8) Proteins can be used for structure in your skin and hair.

a)

Keratin

b)

Collagen

c)

myosin

d)

hormones

9.

9) The amino acids consist of R group, ...................... and ........................

a)

carbonyl group and amino group

b)

carboxyl group and amin group

c)

carboxyl group and amino group

d)

hydroxyl group and amino group

10.

10) Amino acids are linked by ................ reaction and a water molecule is released.

a)

hydrolysis

b)

hydrogenation

c)

dehydration

d)

nothing applies