Biochemistry and Living Systems Quiz
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What is the general formula typically associated with carbohydrates?

  • Cx (CO2)y
  • Cx (O2)y
  • Cx (H2O)z
  • Cx (H2O)y (correct)
  • Which compound does not fit the definition of a carbohydrate despite fitting the general formula C2 (H2O)2?

  • Sucrose
  • Rhamnose (C6H12O5)
  • Acetic acid (CH3COOH) (correct)
  • Glucose (C6H12O6)
  • How can carbohydrates be chemically defined?

  • Organic acids
  • Polyhydroxy aldehydes or ketones (correct)
  • Alcohols
  • Alkanes
  • What are some sweet-tasting carbohydrates also known as?

    <p>Sugars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which common sugar is typically used in households?

    <p>Sucrose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which domain of study focuses on the chemical processes within living systems?

    <p>Biochemistry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some essential constituents of our food mentioned in the text?

    <p>Proteins and Carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of production for Carbohydrates?

    <p>Plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biomolecule is responsible for storing genetic information in organisms?

    <p>Nucleic Acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Unit 10 as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Characteristics of Biomolecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of organic compounds do cane sugar, glucose, and starch belong to?

    <p>Carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

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