10 Questions
What is the general formula for carbohydrates?
Cn(H2O)n
Which functional groups are present in carbohydrates?
C=O and -OH
What is the most common example of a carbohydrate mentioned in the text?
Glucose
In addition to providing dietary calories, what other function do carbohydrates serve?
Acting as a storage form of energy in the body
What role do carbohydrates play in the synthesis of RNA and DNA structure?
Synthesis of oxy and deoxy ribose sugars
Which of the following is NOT a biological function of lipids?
Formation of immunoglobulins for adaptive immunity
What is the primary structure of proteins composed of?
Amino acids
Which component is responsible for the storage of energy in adipocytes?
Triglycerides
What role do hormones play in the body?
Chemical messaging
What is the main function of structural proteins?
Necessary components of the body
Test your knowledge of the introduction to biochemistry, including the study of chemical processes in living organisms and the structures and functions of biological macromolecules.
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