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What type of reaction is used to assemble biological macromolecules?
What type of reaction is used to assemble biological macromolecules?
- Dehydration synthesis (correct)
- Hydrolysis
- Oxidation
- Reduction
Which type of fatty acids are solid at room temperature?
Which type of fatty acids are solid at room temperature?
- Polyunsaturated fatty acids
- Saturated fatty acids (correct)
- Monounsaturated fatty acids
- Unsaturated fatty acids
What characteristic makes phospholipids amphipathic?
What characteristic makes phospholipids amphipathic?
- Having two hydrophobic heads
- Being soluble in nonpolar solvents
- Being entirely hydrophobic
- Having a hydrophilic head and two hydrophobic tails (correct)
Which lipid molecule consists of three fatty acids attached to a glycerol?
Which lipid molecule consists of three fatty acids attached to a glycerol?
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How are proteins typically assembled?
How are proteins typically assembled?
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What is the primary structure of a protein defined as?
What is the primary structure of a protein defined as?
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In the secondary structure of a protein, what type of bonding leads to either beta pleated sheets or alpha helices?
In the secondary structure of a protein, what type of bonding leads to either beta pleated sheets or alpha helices?
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What is the main factor that influences the tertiary structure of a protein?
What is the main factor that influences the tertiary structure of a protein?
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Which statement best describes the quaternary structure of a protein?
Which statement best describes the quaternary structure of a protein?
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What feature characterizes the phospholipid bilayer in cell membranes?
What feature characterizes the phospholipid bilayer in cell membranes?
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