WorksheetsBiological Molecules Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What does the acronym "CHONP" stand for in nucleic acids?
Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus
Carbon, Helium, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus
Calcium, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus
Carbon, Hydrogen, Osmium, Nitrogen, Phosphorus
Which biological molecule is not primarily composed of "CHO"?
Carbohydrate
Lipid
Protein
Nucleic Acid
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in cells?
Energy storage
Genetic information storage
Catalyzing reactions
Structural support
Which biological molecule is primarily responsible for storing genetic information?
Carbohydrate
Lipid
Protein
Nucleic Acid
What is the definition of matter?
A pure substance consisting of one type of atom
Mass (weight) and takes up space (have volume)
A mixture of different elements
A chemical reaction
How many naturally occurring elements are there?
118
92
50
26
Which element is represented by the symbol 'S'?
Silicon
Sulfur
Selenium
Strontium
Which element is essential for the formation of proteins?
Helium
Nitrogen
Neon
Argon
What is a molecule?
A single atom
Two or more elements/atoms bonded together
A type of cell
A chemical reaction
Which molecule is most abundant in the universe according to the fun fact?
H2O (water)
CO (carbon monoxide)
H2 (hydrogen)
OH (hydroxyl)
How many electrons does carbon share to form bonds?
2
3
4
5
What type of bond is formed when carbon shares electrons?
Ionic bond
Covalent bond
Metallic bond
Hydrogen bond
What is the primary role of carbohydrates in living organisms?
Structural support
Energy storage
Genetic information
Hormone production
What is another name for simple sugars?
Polysaccharides
Monosaccharides
Disaccharides
Oligosaccharides
What is the function of proteins in the body?
Store energy
Provide insulation
Catalyze biochemical reactions
Store genetic information
